{"title":"By Farr","description":"\u003cp\u003eGary and Nick Farr are the father and son duo behind By Farr in Geelong. As Winemakers and vignerons, the Farr's established their latest venture in 1999, having over thirty years and sixty-two vintages between them. Prior to By Farr, Gary Farr was winemaker at Bannockburn, helping to put this iconic Australian winery on the international landscape. Gary and Nick Farr inject passion, persistence and patience into each of their wines and it shows with subtle and striking fruit characters that improve with time in the bottle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Farr estate is located in the Moorabool Valley between Geelong and Ballarat, 100km southwest of Melbourne. The rich volcanic soil and continental climate at our estate produces premium fruit with a flavour, bouquet and colour that is unique to our surrounding area.  By Farr today has a total of 130 acres - of which 36 acres are under vine and the remainder is maintained as grazing and cropping for cattle and horses. With a mixture of different clones and rootstocks, the grape varieties grown here are viognier, chardonnay, pinot noir, gamay and shiraz.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe microclimate of the Moorabool Valley is influenced by winds from the western plains and bracing sea breezes, which regulate the temperature on long, sunny days and cool the air overnight. This climate is key to producing naturally balanced, low-yield fruit that is rich in flavour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe region's environment is both cool and harsh for viticulture, due to the low rainfall and ever-prevailing winds that sweep across the barren western plains of Victoria. On average we receive 240mm of the 540mm annual rainfall in the growing season. The variation of temperatures between night and day helps us achieve complex and long-palate structures in our wines. Farming our land is not easy, but we believe the best wines are born from the most challenging environments.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"by-farr-sangreal-pinot-noir-geelong-2018","title":"By Farr Sangreal Pinot Noir Geelong Australia 2018","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Sangreal vineyard is the oldest planting (1994) on a northfacing slope which has red ironstone colouring on the surface and\n\u003cbr\u003ea limestone base. This site is unlike their other vineyards which are\n\u003cbr\u003emostly black volcanic soil with heavy amounts of limestone on the\n\u003cbr\u003esurface. The vines run north to south gaining full sun exposure\n\u003cbr\u003ethroughout the day resulting in perfectly ripened grapes. The Pinot\n\u003cbr\u003eNoir clones originally planted in the vineyard were Côte-d’Or\n\u003cbr\u003eorigin 114 and 115 clones, which produce wines with good\n\u003cbr\u003epotential for ageing. However, these clones are believed to have\n\u003cbr\u003emutated over time to create the unique ‘Sangreal’ clone.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Links Concept","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47790584594603,"sku":"UB022-18","price":658.0,"currency_code":"HKD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0796\/3023\/7867\/files\/by-farr-sangreal.jpg?v=1789186099"},{"product_id":"by-farr-tout-pres-pinot-noir-geelong-2019","title":"By Farr Tout Pres Pinot Noir Geelong Australia 2019","description":"\u003cp\u003eTout Pres was planted in 2001 and is a very special and intriguing site. It rises above the other vineyards, and each of the three slopes consists of a different soil type. The largest slope is black volcanic soil over limestone; the second is quartz gravel mixed with red ironstone; the third is an iron strand in grey sandy loam. The clones, which will acclimatise and mutate over time to become the ‘Tout Pres clone’, are 113, 114, 115, 667, 777 and MV6.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith 7300 vines per ha, Tout Pres is a densely planted vineyard on the estate—hence its name, which translates as “very cosy”. This land is a challenge to farm, but well worth the effort. The soils and close competition force the vines to work hard, with the result being fruit that is lush but masculine, and which provides the coveted structure found only in the most age-worthy wines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mb-16 body-text\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTout Pres is made using the same process as the other two pinots. It is fermented with 100 per cent whole bunches (80 per cent in 2011) in a five-tonne oak fermenter. This wine has the largest flavour profile and intensity, to absorb 100 per cent new French oak from Allier. A wine with truly understated power and richness—the classic peacock’s tail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mb-16 body-text\"\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Links Concept","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47792086319275,"sku":"UB014-19","price":788.0,"currency_code":"HKD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0796\/3023\/7867\/files\/by-farr-tout-pres_2_1.jpg?v=1789195036"},{"product_id":"by-farr-shiraz-geelong-australia-2019","title":"By Farr Shiraz Geelong Australia 2019","description":"\u003cp\u003eShiraz fruit comes from the original By Farr vineyard, planted in 1994. It lies on a north-facing slope, and the red volcanic soil has a base of limestone with deep-set sandstone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll fruit is hand-picked from the VSP trellising, with 20 per cent left as whole bunches in the fermentation. Most years we co-ferment between 2 and 4 per cent viognier with the shiraz, the date determining whether or not the former is co-fermented and bled back. It is a natural fermentation, with the fruit remaining in the tank for 19 days before pressing. 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Even though the Farrside and Sangreal vineyards are only 300 metres apart, the darker soils and cooler growing conditions of the Farrside vineyard mean these grapes are picked 10 to 12 days after all others and produce a more masculine and edgy wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe fruit is hand-picked and sorted in the vineyard, then fermented in an open-top fermenter. Between 40 to 50 per cent of the fruit will be stemmed and then cold soaked for four days. We use only the natural yeast for the fermentation process, which takes roughly 12 days. Grape-stomping (known as pigeage) will occur two to three times a day depending on the amount of extraction required, and the wine is then placed in 50 to 60 per cent new Allier barrels by gravity. It is racked by gas after secondary fermentation, then again at 18 months to be bottled.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Links Concept","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47792322543787,"sku":"UB021-20","price":648.0,"currency_code":"HKD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0796\/3023\/7867\/files\/by-farr-farrside_1_1.jpg?v=1789198175"},{"product_id":"by-farr-shiraz-geelong-australia-2021","title":"By Farr Shiraz Geelong Australia 2021","description":"\u003cp\u003eShiraz fruit comes from the original By Farr vineyard, planted in 1994. It lies on a north-facing slope, and the red volcanic soil has a base of limestone with deep-set sandstone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll fruit is hand-picked from the VSP trellising, with 20 per cent left as whole bunches in the fermentation. Most years we co-ferment between 2 and 4 per cent viognier with the shiraz, the date determining whether or not the former is co-fermented and bled back. It is a natural fermentation, with the fruit remaining in the tank for 19 days before pressing. Shiraz sees 18 months in French oak, 20 per cent being new, and is bottled under vacuum.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Links Concept","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47792539697323,"sku":"UB017-21","price":628.0,"currency_code":"HKD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0796\/3023\/7867\/files\/by-farr-shiraz_1_1_1_1.jpg?v=1789199161"},{"product_id":"by-farr-shiraz-geelong-australia-2020","title":"By Farr Shiraz Geelong Australia 2020","description":"\u003cp\u003eShiraz fruit comes from the original By Farr vineyard, planted in 1994. It lies on a north-facing slope, and the red volcanic soil has a base of limestone with deep-set sandstone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll fruit is hand-picked from the VSP trellising, with 20 per cent left as whole bunches in the fermentation. 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Crafted from 100% Chardonnay, sourced from high-density plantings on limestone and clay soils, it’s hand-harvested and fermented in French oak. Aged 11 months in 50% new oak, it reflects the region’s cool climate with a pale gold hue and exceptional depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003ch4\u003eWinemaking Process\u003c\/h4\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eBy Farr’s Burgundian-inspired approach defines this wine. The 2023 vintage undergoes whole-bunch pressing, followed by natural fermentation in 50% new French oak barrels over 1–2 months. Malolactic fermentation, initiated with light stirring, adds texture, and the wine is racked, fined, and lightly filtered before bottling, ensuring a concentrated yet refined Chardonnay with great aging potential.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003ch4\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h4\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eA refined, intense white with vibrant stone fruit and mineral finesse, showcasing Geelong’s terroir.\u003cbr\u003e\n    The nose reveals white peach, lemon curd, and roasted hazelnut, with hints of marzipan, cedar, and flint. On the palate, it’s medium-bodied, precise, and concentrated, with crisp acidity, textured fruit, and a long, cleansing mineral finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003ch4\u003eAwards and Accolades\u003c\/h4\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThe 2023 GC Côte Vineyard Chardonnay earned 98 points from \u003cem\u003eThe Real Review\u003c\/em\u003e for its intense, poised palate and great potential. \u003cem\u003eJames Suckling\u003c\/em\u003e awarded 94 points, praising its complex fruit and minerality. \u003cem\u003eDecanter\u003c\/em\u003e gave 93 points, noting its finesse. \u003cem\u003eCellarTracker\u003c\/em\u003e users average 92 points, appreciating its elegant structure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003ch4\u003eFood Pairings\u003c\/h4\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003ePair this Chardonnay with Western dishes like grilled lobster or creamy mushroom risotto to highlight its richness and minerality. For Chinese cuisine, try 蒸鮮蝦餃, 白切雞, 京醬肉絲, or 涮羊肉 to complement its vibrant acidity and textured fruit. 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