three of the granite belt's finest, within walking distance
There's no better base than azjure to experience Queensland's premier wine region. azjure is simply surrounded by top wineries - just take an easy walk or drive down Sundown Rd. What's more, the spa studios and the Villa look out across the Ballandean valley to Sirromet's St Jude vineyard as well as Cody's and Smith's vineyards. And of course right by the studios, and around the Villa, is azjure's own piece of Queensland wine history - the oldest Pinot Noir vineyard in the state, which produces our very own azjure Reserve Pinot Noir.
Wineries close by
Ballandean Estate
Queensland’s oldest family-owned and operated winery.
Wine has been made on the Estate since 1932, while the cellar door was opened to the public in 1970. Ballandean Estate blends the history of five generations with modern winemaking methods that results in a remarkable wine experience.
Producing quality, boutique wines that express the unique characters of the Granite Belt in Queensland is what keeps the Puglisi family enthusiastic and innovative.
A must visit winery on the Granite Belt!
Golden Grove Estate
Golden Grove Estate Vineyard and Winery, is situated in the highlands of the Ballandean Valley, in the heart of Queensland’s premier wine district, the Granite Belt.
The high altitude of 820 metres and cool summer climate make the area ideal for the growing of classic wine grape varieties and production of fine wines. The first vines were planted in 1975 and were followed in recent years by other classic varieties.
The vineyards are planted in a northerly aspect in a combination type soil of decomposed granite with trap rock loam and are drip irrigated from the Accommodation Creek. These attributes contribute to the slow ripening and full development of soft delicate flavours.
Mario and Nita Costanzo, growing grapes for the fresh fruit market, first settled the property in 1946. As the wine industry emerged classic wine grape varieties were planted for the making of commercial wine.
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At Tobin Wines, they talk about growing our wine, rather than making the wine.
Their winemaking philosophy is undeniably ‘old world’ — all respect is paid to the vineyard, the vine, and the pursuit of perfection in grape quality, with little — if any — reverence paid to the winemaker or winemaking process. Each grape variety is given the spotlight to truely reveal its own unique flavour.
“No wine maker is gifted enough to make those wonderful flavours & aromas — all of the work happens out there, in the vineyard” — Adrian Tobin
The production of the wines is limited to between 100 – 160 cases of each varietal every year. Limited Edition wines express their origins in the rugged and majestic landscape of the Granite Belt making them truly unique.
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Boutique, Hand Crafted Wines
Located in the Premier Wine Region of Queensland's Granite Belt, Granite Ridge Wines are true boutique, hand-crafted wines of exceptional quality, low sulphur and great value for money. We create them in small batches to provide you with exquisite attention to detail and taste.
Meet the Maker:- For a truly personal wine experience you can meet our winemaker: Dennis Ferguson, the man who grows the fruit and makes the wine you are trasting. He will explain why our 'Strange Birds' are emerging as Australia's favourite because of changing food preferences and how suited the wines are to our climate.
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Symphony Hill
The name Symphony Hill Wines encapsulates the grand philosophy of enjoying the ‘symphony of life’. A philosophy and lifestyle that celebrates all that makes life special. This includes great wine, great music, great friends, great laughter and great causes to get behind, all merge together towards a life of treasured memories.
Symphony Hill Wines is a group of family and friends bonded together on the quest to make world class wines and to never stop learning. We are a company that wholeheartedly believes in the mind blowing potential of wines grown and made on the Granite Belt. The Granite Belt is the promised land of viticulture with altitudes ranging from 600m to 1000m – all within the one region. As a result climatic conditions vary tremendously allowing all sorts of varieties to excel depending on which altitude they are planted.
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If you are thinking about visiting South East Queensland, a Filippo’s Tour is the best way to see what is on offer. There are so many fun things to do in this wine and produce region and Filippos Tours can help you discover everything great about the Stanthorpe South East Queensland area, whilst enjoying award winning wines with friends. All our drivers are courteous and knowledgeable about this area ensuring your tour is both enjoyable and educational.
With a choice of 38 cellar doors in the region ranging from small family run vineyards to larger well known estates offering award winning wines - there is a tour experience just right for you. Whether you are here to relax and unwind, or acquire a little wine knowledge, you will find what you are looking for in our tours.
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