Established by Ron and Elva Laughton, ever since the first vintage in 1982 Jasper Hill has been a small, family business. As the vineyards and their two daughters have grown over the years, both Emily and Georgia continue to work within the business. Emily has been passionately growing grapes and making wine alongside her father since 2001, whilst Georgia enjoys doing most of the administrative work. Ron and Elva live amongst the vines on Emily’s Paddock; Emily lives on Georgia’s Paddock vineyard with her husband Nick, daughter Ella and son Nate. Nick is also a highly valued member of the team, both in the vineyard and in the cellar. Only time will tell, if the next young generation will continue the wine making tradition of their grandfather and mother.
Complex honey, praline, toast and lanolin aromas and flavours dominate, with a light oak background adding weight and a crisp citrus finish. Only a couple of barrels made each year, so a rarity and little known generally as a Jasper Hill wine from Heathcote. Drink later in the meal, with poultry, cheese or full flavoured vegetable dishes. 13.0% alc/vol