By Farr Shiraz 2019

Category:
 
Red Wines
Sub-Category:  
 
Red Wines
Producer:
 
By Farr
Label Name:
 
Shiraz
Vintage:
 
2019
Country:
 
Australia
Region:
 
Geelong (Moorabool Valley)
Volume:
 
750ml
ABV:
 
13.5%
Grape(s):
 
Shiraz
Acidity:
 
4
Tannins:
 
4
Sweetness:
 
1
Body:
 
4
Length:
 
4
Aroma Intensity:
 
4
Best Temperature:
 
16-18°C

Awards/Ratings
High critical praise: The Real Review awarded 98 points to the 2019 Shiraz; praised in Decanter features; widely listed by retailers with strong scores and accolades

Tasting Note
Cool‑climate Shiraz: blackberry and plum with black pepper, forest‑floor/mineral and earthy spice; co‑fermented Viognier adds floral richness. Silky texture, bright acidity and long, refined tannins.

Food Pairing
Western: grilled or roast lamb, beef steaks, barbecued brisket, roast duck; Asian: Korean BBQ, char siu (Cantonese roast pork), Sichuan‑style spicy beef, mushroom and soy braises.

Production Method
Hand‑picked fruit; natural fermentation with ~15–20% whole bunches and typically 2–4% Viognier co‑fermented; ~19 days on skins; matured ~18 months in French oak (≈20% new).

Vineyard Info
Family-owned By Farr estate in the Moorabool Valley near Geelong; vines planted 1994; ~36 acres under vine; run by Gary and Nick Farr.