Macedon Ranges Wines

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Celebrate the start of a new vintage with the team at Granite Hills vineyard. Experience Icon regional wines made from 40 year old vines crafted with patient, traditional winemaking.  Award winning Chardonnay, Sparkling and Pinot Noir available for taste and purchase.  Visit Andrea and Llew at cellar door to sample our award winning wines.

Budburst Festival Details:

Budburst hours:   Sat 12 Nov & Sun 13 Nov 10 am – 5 pm
Address: 1481 Burke & Wills Track Baynton  
Web: www.granitehills.com.au
Wines available: Sparkling, Riesling, Chardonnay, Semillon Sauvignon Blanc, Pinot Noir, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Shiraz
Food: Enjoy some tantalising food including: freshly shucked oysters, cheese platters with homemade quince paste.  From the BBQ - prawn, chicken or lamb skewers served with gourmet salads. (11.00 am to 4.00 pm)
Entertainment: On both days, the very talented Netherby Brothers and friends will be knocking out some foot tapping contemporary folk/blues tunes for all to enjoy. (Noon to 4.00 pm)
Shelter: A large marquee.  Table and chairs provided.
Parking: We can accommodate large and small buses.  Prior notice would be appreciated.

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The Knight family pioneered winemaking in the Macedon Ranges region and since planting Granite Hills in 1970, have amassed in excess of 500 awards at Australian and international wine shows making Granite Hills wines the region’s most acclaimed.
Granite Hills is one of Australia's highest and most picturesque vineyards – perched atop the spectacular boulder strewn hills of the Great Dividing Range at 550 meters altitude, one hour north/northwest of Melbourne.

At Granite Hills we have spent tireless efforts in the vineyard, from hand pruning to hand picking, to ensure that we consistently deliver wines with distinctive varietal expression, balance that are long living.  Combined with traditional winemaking techniques, it’s no wonder our wines have forged an enviable reputation.

Here’s what others have to say:

  • “One of the enduring classics” and 5 star winery rating – James Halliday, Australian Wine Companion
  • “One of the loveliest vineyards... Granite Hills produces some of the finest Riesling and Shiraz... a must visit” – Jane Faulkner, Epicure“
  • ...forefront of cool climate viticulture and winemaking in Australia” – Jeni Port, The Age

Contact Details

Contact name: Llew and Andrea Knight
Phone: 03 5423 7273
Address: 1481 Burke & Wills Track, Baynton, 3444
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