Jasper Hill Emily's Paddock Shiraz Cabernet Franc 2025

Volcanic depth meets lift and aromatic complexity from Heathcote's historic soils. The Jasper Hill Emily's Paddock Shiraz Cabernet Franc 2025 comes from an iconic 3-hectare vineyard planted in 1975 on ancient, iron-rich Cambrian soils in Heathcote. Composed predominantly of Shiraz with a small, co-fermented addition of Cabernet Franc (typically around 5% to 7%), this historic plot yields fruit of remarkable depth and structural character. Managed under dry-grown, organic, and biodynamic viticulture without synthetic inputs or artificial irrigation, the vines drive deep roots into un-grafted rootstocks. The 2025 release captures the site’s hallmark interplay of concentrated dark fruit, fine-grained structural intensity, and lifted aromatic finesse. Winemaking stays strictly true to minimal intervention principles, co-fermenting the Shiraz and Cabernet Franc with indigenous yeasts in open concrete vats. Extended skin contact and basket pressing are followed by maturation in French oak barrels to naturally frame the fruit without overpowering its regional nuance. On the palate, the wine reveals intense layers of dark cherry, plum, and raspberry interwoven with graphite, herbal accents, and a distinctive touch of menthol. High-grade cork sealing, supple yet firm chalky tannins, and lively natural acidity ensure this full-bodied red is approachable now while promising exceptional longevity over decades of cellaring. Tasting Notes NOSE – Lifted, perfumed and complex Lifted dark cherry, plum, and blackberry aromas accompanied by hints of cracked pepper, graphite, dried herbs, and a signature touch of mint. PALATE – Concentrated, textural and structured Rich black and red fruits supported by savory spice, subtle mocha, and a fine, firm backbone of chalky tannins. FINISH – Long, persistent and finely framed Sustained dark berry fruit, dusty red earth, and mineral nuances conclude with impressive focus and length. Reviews & Accolades “Lifted and savory with blackberry, plum and red cherry, dried herbs, graphite and spice. The palate is firmly framed with a deep core of fruit, fine-grained tannins and fresh acidity. Earthy and savory with a touch of cabernet franc adding fragrance and lift. Still tightly wound with more to come in bottle. Drink or hold.’” — Ryan Montgomery, JS Wine Ratings, 97 Points Finer Details: Brand - Jasper Hill Style - Red Wine Varietal - Red Blend Grape Blend / Cépage - Shiraz, Cabernet Franc Country - Australia State - Victoria Region - Heathcote Vintage - 2025 ABV - 14.5% Size - 750ml Certification - Biodynamic