2024 Irrewarra By Farr, Pinot Noir. Western Victoria

Sit back with a glass and take in the aromatics—there’s an unmistakable sense of place here. You can almost picture yourself at the crest of the Irrewarra vineyard, surrounded by grazing cattle, open water, and the rolling green expanse of Victoria’s Western District. The nose carries the unmistakable By Farr signature, revealing itself with both subtlety and detail. There’s a refined interplay between whole bunch influence and beautifully judged French oak—never overt, but quietly luxurious. It lifts from the glass with fresh black and sour cherries, layered with hints of cranberry, root vegetables, pine bark, and freshly turned soil. Spice weaves throughout, adding intrigue and complexity—it’s the kind of wine that rewards more than one return to the glass. On the palate, it makes a silky, composed entrance before building into something more powerful through the mid-palate—perhaps a reflection of the 2024 vintage. Vibrant fruit, spice, and a subtle umami note interplay with a fine saline edge, while the noble whole bunch component brings a gentle crunch and energy. The oak sits seamlessly within the wine, adding a seductive, velvety texture without overshadowing its precision. Elegant yet quietly commanding, this is quintessential By Farr—pure, complex, and deeply expressive, with a long, refined finish that lingers effortlessly.