Blackstone Paddock

Jasper Hill

Emily's Paddock Shiraz Cabernet Franc 2005

Wow, really impressive. So tightly wound but with gorgeous structure and fruit. I would have expected a much higher Cab Franc percentage. So fine and sophisticated, loved it. — 8 months ago

Giant Steps

Applejack Vineyard Pinot Noir 2015

After the recent straight entry level Giant Steps Pinot from 2017 which was fruit driven and quite delicious this is one of their individual paddock wines - Applejack which is made in a different style with whole bunch ferment to the fore. Notes of anise and white pepper to the red fruited nose and palate. Hint of clove. Oak is resolved to my palate. Impressive and showing Steve Flamsteed’s ability as a winemaker. Postscript: Jackson Family Wines from the USA has acquired Giant Steps as of a year ago I believe. I would expect Giant Steps to be more readily available in the US now. — 3 years ago

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Ron R

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Good to know, @Bob McDonald. I’ll keep an eye 👁 out for their portfolio.

Levantine Hill

Katherine's Paddock Yarra Valley Chardonnay 2016

Stunning complexity for a Yarra chardonnay..this wine ranks better in comparison to a premier cru burgundy than a new world chardonnay . Exceptional — 6 years ago

Jasper Hill

Georgia's Paddock Shiraz 1999

A exploration of nine 1999 Cote Rotie - Syrahs and Shiraz on their 25th anniversary. Another Aussie ended up being my #2 — 8 months ago

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Ron R

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Dude, you kidding, Jasper Hill has always been near the top of the totem pole!
Eric Urbani

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@Ron R well I’m a believer now! Surprised my top two were Aussie vs Cote Roties and US syrahs…

Levantine Hill

Samantha'a Paddock Melange Traditionelle Cabernet Sauvignon Blend 2015

Rich currant notes with chocolate and earth tones. A remarkable wine. 2015 vintage — 5 years ago

Blackstone Winery

California Cabernet Sauvignon

very smooth with lots of good fruit aromas — a year ago

Blackstone Winery

Monterey County Chardonnay

Smooth, buttery, not very dry, not sweet. Very good. — 3 years ago

Weingut Heymann-Löwenstein

Schieferterrassen Riesling

Really great. Had at corkscrew Blackstone. Would purchase. — 5 years ago

Redbank Winery

Sally's Paddock Red Blend 2005

I done learned sumptin tonight. Pyrenees in Australia. — 6 years ago

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