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- Variety Pinot Noir
- Vintage 2017
- Brand By Farr
- Cellaring 5-10 Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 14.0% Alcohol
By Farr 'Farrside' Pinot Noir 2017"Farrside, with each vintage continues to show more masculinity, structure and..."$79.00 -
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Huon Hooke97 points
- Variety Pinot Noir
- Vintage 2018
- Brand By Farr
- Cellaring 5-10 Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 14.0% Alcohol
By Farr 'Farrside' Pinot Noir 2018"Voted #1 out of 23 PInot NOirs from Geelong by critic Huon Hooke. Farrsid..."$79.00 -
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Huon Hooke97 points
- Variety Pinot Noir
- Vintage 2019
- Brand By Farr
- Cellaring 5-10 Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 14.0% Alcohol
By Farr 'Farrside' Pinot Noir 2019"WINNER, GOURMET TRAVELLER WINEMAKER OF THE YEAR Vineyard: Shiraz fruit co..."$84.99 -
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- Variety Pinot Noir
- Vintage 2020
- Brand By Farr
- Cellaring 5-10 Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 14.0% Alcohol
By Farr 'Farrside' Pinot Noir 2020"WINNER, GOURMET TRAVELLER WINEMAKER OF THE YEAR Vineyard: Shiraz fruit co..."$95.00 -
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Huon Hooke98 points
- Variety Pinot Noir
- Vintage 2016
- Brand By Farr
- Cellaring 10-15 Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 13.0% Alcohol
By Farr 'Rp Cote' Pinot Noir 2016"The fruit is hand-picked and sorted in the vineyard, then fermented in an ope..."$110.00 -
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Huon Hooke95 points
- Variety Pinot Noir
- Vintage 2017
- Brand By Farr
- Cellaring 10-15 Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 13.0% Alcohol
By Farr 'Rp Cote' Pinot Noir 2017"‘Named after Robin Farr (my mum) Fruit from the Côte Vineyard a close-planted..."$114.99 -
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- Variety Pinot Noir
- Vintage 2019
- Brand By Farr
- Cellaring 10-15 Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 13.0% Alcohol
By Farr 'RP Cote' Pinot Noir 2019"‘Named after Robin Farr (my mum) Fruit from the Côte Vineyard a close-planted..."$120.00 -
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Huon Hooke97 points
- Variety Pinot Noir
- Vintage 2018
- Brand By Farr
- Cellaring 10-15 Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 14.0% Alcohol
By Farr 'Sangreal' Pinot Noir 2018"Each year the same descriptive notes come to mind for this wine: seductive, p..."$79.00 -
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Huon Hooke97 points
- Variety Pinot Noir
- Vintage 2019
- Brand By Farr
- Cellaring 10-15 Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 14.0% Alcohol
By Farr 'Sangreal' Pinot Noir 2019"WINNER, GOURMET TRAVELLER WINEMAKER OF THE YEAR Vineyard: The Sangreal vin..."$94.99 -
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- Variety Pinot Noir
- Vintage 2016
- Brand By Farr
- Cellaring 10-15 Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 13.0% Alcohol
By Farr 'Tout Pres' Pinot Noir 2016"Grown on a "very close" planted and now distinguished vineyard. "Integrate..."$110.00 -
- Variety Pinot Noir
- Vintage 2019
- Brand By Farr
- Cellaring 10-15 Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 13.0% Alcohol
By Farr 'Tout Pres' Pinot Noir 2019"‘With every year that passes, the Tout Près vineyard’s subtleness and delicat..."$120.00 -
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James Halliday96 points
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Mike Bennie94 points
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Robert Parker's95 points
- Variety Shiraz
- Vintage 2015
- Brand By Farr
- Cellaring 5-10 Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 13.5% Alcohol
By Farr Shiraz 2015"Touch of smoke, game meat, stewed cherry-red berry. Really pleasing, warm sce..."$80.00 -
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Campbell Mattin96 points
- Variety Shiraz
- Vintage 2018
- Brand By Farr
- Cellaring 5-10 Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 13.5% Alcohol
By Farr Shiraz 2018"‘The Shiraz fruit comes from the original By Farr vineyard, planted in 1994. ..."$69.99 -
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Campbell Mattin96 points
- Variety Shiraz
- Vintage 2019
- Brand By Farr
- Cellaring 5-10 Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 13.5% Alcohol
By Farr Shiraz 2019"WINNER, GOURMET TRAVELLER WINEMAKER OF THE YEAR ‘The Shiraz fruit comes fr..."$84.99 -
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- Variety Shiraz
- Vintage 2020
- Brand By Farr
- Cellaring 5-10 Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 13.5% Alcohol
By Farr Shiraz 2020"WINNER, GOURMET TRAVELLER WINEMAKER OF THE YEAR ‘The Shiraz fruit comes fr..."$95.00 -
- Variety Pinot Noir
- Vintage 2017
- Brand By Farr
- Cellaring 5-10 Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 13.5% Alcohol
Farr Rising Pinot Noir 2017"The fruit is hand harvested, and then sorted in the vineyard. The fruit is fe..."$46.99 -
- Variety Pinot Noir
- Vintage 2019
- Brand By Farr
- Cellaring 5-10 Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 13.5% Alcohol
Farr Rising Pinot Noir 2019"The fruit is hand harvested, and then sorted in the vineyard. The fruit is fe..."$47.00 -
- Variety Pinot Noir
- Vintage 2019
- Brand By Farr
- Cellaring 5-10 Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 13.5% Alcohol
Philippa Farr Gippsland Pinot Noir 2019"The Gippsland comes with considerable vine age, of almost 20 years, and is do..."$55.00 -
- Variety Pinot Noir
- Vintage 2019
- Brand By Farr
- Cellaring 5-10 Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 13.5% Alcohol
Philippa Farr Mornington Pinot Noir 2019"One of the best Pinot's we have seen at the price from the Mornington Peninsu..."$55.00 -
- Variety Pinot Noir
- Vintage 2020
- Brand By Farr
- Cellaring 5-10 Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 13.5% Alcohol
Philippa Farr Mornington Pinot Noir 2020"One of the best Pinot's we have seen at the price from the Mornington Peninsu..."$55.00
Red Wine
Red wine is made from dark-colored grape varieties. The juice from these grapes is used to make red wine, and during the fermentation process, the juice is in contact with the grape skins, which gives red wine its color. The most common types of red wine include Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Pinot Noir, and Shiraz/Syrah. The flavors of red wine can range from fruity to spicy, and the tannins (a naturally occurring compound that can make wine taste dry) can range from low to high. Red wine is typically served at room temperature and is often paired with red meat and strong cheeses.
Red wine is typically aged in oak barrels before it is bottled, which can add flavors and aromas such as vanilla, spice, and toast to the wine. The aging process can also affect the tannins and acidity of the wine, making it taste smoother and more balanced. Different types of red wine are typically enjoyed with different types of food. For example, a bold, full-bodied red wine like a Cabernet Sauvignon is often paired with red meat, while a lighter, fruitier red wine like a Pinot Noir is often paired with fish or poultry. In addition, there are also variations in red wine depending on the region of production, for instance, red wine from Bordeaux region of France are known for its complexity and aging potential, whereas red wine from Tuscany region of Italy are known for its rustic and earthy notes.
Red wine can be made using a variety of techniques and methods, each of which can affect the final taste and quality of the wine. For example, some winemakers use "cold soak" techniques to extract more color and flavor from the grapes. Cold soak is a method in which the grapes are left to macerate in the juice at a low temperature for a period of time before fermentation, this can extract more color and flavor from the grape skins without extracting too much tannin from the seeds. Other winemakers use "whole cluster fermentation" techniques to extract more complexity and depth from the wine. Whole cluster fermentation refers to fermenting the grapes with the stems included, which can add more tannin and structure to the wine.
The alcohol content of red wine can vary, but it is typically around 12-15% alcohol by volume (ABV). Some red wines, particularly those from warmer regions or those made using certain techniques, can have a higher alcohol content. For example, some Zinfandel wines produced in California can reach up to 16% alcohol by volume.
The flavor and aroma of red wine can be influenced by many factors, including the grape variety, the terroir (soil, climate, and topography) of the vineyard, and the winemaking techniques used. For example, a Pinot Noir from a cool climate region will have a high acidity and fruity flavors, while a Shiraz from a warm climate region will have a higher alcohol content, a more full-bodied texture, and a more spicy and black pepper profile.
Different styles of red wine can be enjoyed at different occasions, for example, some red wines are best consumed young and fresh, while others are meant to be aged for several years. For example, a young and fresh Beaujolais wine made from Gamay grapes can be consumed within a year or two, while a Bordeaux wine made from Cabernet Sauvignon grapes can be aged for several years.
Different types of red wine are typically enjoyed with different types of food. For example, a bold, full-bodied red wine like a Cabernet Sauvignon is often paired with red meat, while a lighter, fruitier red wine like a Pinot Noir is often paired with fish or poultry.
Different regions also have their signature red wines, for instance, red wine from Bordeaux region of France are known for its complexity and aging potential, whereas red wine from Tuscany region of Italy are known for its rustic and earthy notes.