COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2021
GRAPE
Shiraz, Viognier
PRODUCER
Wine By Farr
REGION
Victoria
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Wine By Farr is a highly acclaimed family estate in the Geelong region of Victoria, Australia, founded by Gary Farr and now run alongside his son Nick. Gary's winemaking philosophy was deeply shaped by his extensive experience working vintages at the legendary Domaine Dujac in Burgundy. The estate is renowned for its site-specific, cool-climate wines that reflect the unique terroir of the Moorabool Valley. The Shiraz is sourced from the original home vineyard planted in 1994, situated on a north-facing slope with complex volcanic loam and limestone soils. This vintage represents a masterclass in cool-climate viticulture, overcoming a challenging, damp growing season to produce a wine of remarkable structure and longevity.
ALCOHOL
13.5%
AVG. PRICE
€83
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
YES
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
16-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Co-fermented with 4% Viognier, a white grape, to stabilize color and lift the aromatics in the style of Côte-Rôtie.
Fact 02
Founder Gary Farr honed his winemaking skills over ten vintages at the legendary Domaine Dujac in Burgundy.
Fact 03
The vineyard is planted on a north-facing slope with red volcanic loam over limestone and sandstone.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The winemaking process for the By Farr Shiraz is characterized by minimal intervention and traditional techniques. The grapes are entirely hand-picked, with 20% of the Shiraz fruit kept as whole bunches to add structural complexity and spice. Crucially, the Shiraz is co-fermented with 4% Viognier, a classic Northern Rhône technique that stabilizes color and enhances aromatic complexity. Fermentation begins naturally with indigenous yeasts, and the must undergoes a 19-day maceration in tank before pressing. The wine is then aged for 18 months in French oak barrels, of which 20% are new and 80% are older wood. Finally, the wine is bottled under vacuum to preserve freshness and ensure aging potential.
