Awards & Ratings
94 pts – The Wine Front (Apr 2019)
93 pts – James Suckling (May 2019)
About This Wine
A benchmark expression from Geelong, Victoria, the Tout Pres vineyard was planted in 2001 and stands as one of By Farr’s most distinctive sites.
Perched above the other vineyards, it features three unique soil types — black volcanic over limestone, quartz gravel mixed with red ironstone, and iron strand in grey sandy loam.
Planted with clones 113, 114, 115, 667, 777, and MV6, this vineyard has evolved into a site of remarkable complexity and individuality.
Owned and crafted by Gary and Robyn Farr, Tout Pres captures the essence of the Moorabool Valley with remarkable precision and understated power.
Tasting Notes
Aromas of spicy red fruit, forest floor, and mineral hints layered with subtle French oak.
The palate is densely packed with dark plum, undergrowth, and savoury spice, showing fine acidity and great depth.
Elegant and tightly structured, with seamless integration between fruit, tannin, and oak — a true reflection of its terroir.
Vinification & Maturation
Variety: 100% Pinot Noir
Region: Geelong, Victoria, Australia
Vineyard: Tout Pres (planted 2001)
Fermentation: 100% whole bunch in 5-tonne oak fermenters
Aging: 100% new French oak (Allier)
Oak Type: French
Alcohol: 13.5% vol
Closure: Cork
Ownership: Gary and Robyn Farr
Drinking Window: 2020–2030
Producer Notes
With every passing year, the Tout Pres vineyard shows greater subtlety and definition.
The bouquet is filled with spice, mineral tones, and dark fruit depth, while the palate delivers a seamless combination of primary and secondary flavours for a long, harmonious finish.
Powerful yet restrained — a signature of the By Farr philosophy.
Food Pairing
Versatile and refined; pairs beautifully with duck, lamb cutlets, or truffle-infused pasta.
Equally suited to game dishes and aromatic cuisine.
