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    Winemaker

    Nick Farr

    Discipline
    Winemaker
    Based in
    Geelong, Australia
    Portrait of Nick Farr

    i. Biography

    Nick Farr works across a tight set of sites and labels in Geelong and beyond, with the winemaking role at Wine by Farr sitting alongside Farr Rising, which he established in 2001. The through-line is house style, site work, and consistency across each bottling.

    The Climb

    Since 2001, Farr has held the winemaking role at Farr Rising, while also working as winemaker for Wine by Farr, By Farr, and Irrewarra. The pattern is less about a single title than a body of work spread across vineyards and regions.

    Today

    At Wine by Farr in Geelong, Australia, Farr is the winemaker responsible for the label’s current releases.

    Career - winemaker — Farr Rising, Innisfail Vineyard near the By Farr base (2001–present) - winemaker — Wine by Farr, Moorabool Valley, Geelong wine region - winemaker — By Farr, Moorabool Valley, Geelong wine region - winemaker — Irrewarra, Otway

    Signature

    Among Farr’s better-known wines are Saignée and the 2023 Côte Vineyard GC Chardonnay.

    Recognition

    Farr has been named a Young Gun finalist.

    FAQ What is Nick Farr known for? His winemaking across Farr Rising, Wine by Farr, By Farr, and Irrewarra. Where does he work? Geelong, Australia, including Moorabool Valley and the Otway. What are his signature wines? Saignée and 2023 Côte Vineyard GC Chardonnay. Has he been recognized publicly? Yes — he has been a Young Gun finalist. What is Nick Farr's current role? As of 2026, Nick Farr is Winemaker. What recognition has Nick Farr received? Young Gun finalist (2007).