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Granite Belt Wine Country

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25.01.2022 It doesn't get much fresher than this. Did you know, all of Queensland's apples are grown on the Granite Belt? Be sure to visit during this year's harvest season during Autumn. We recently enjoyed tours of apple orchards and we caught up with Sams Farm Fresh Fruit and Veg ...a local institution (and be sure to check out the Italian deli items and local products inside). You can find him just north of Stanthorpe. #granitebeltwinecountry #southerndowns #sqcountry #thisisqueensland

24.01.2022 How will you enjoy your Heritage Estate Wines Moonshine Madness if you’re the winner of our Granite Belt spring escape prize? (P.S. Last chance to enter to WIN here https://bit.ly/32B2QD2) Moonshine Madness is a delicious chocolate and coffee flavoured liqueur port you can serve chilled or over crushed ice pour it over icecream with a coffee shot for an affogato treat ... or if you can refrain from drinking it long enough, try it in your baking... we’re thinking tiramisu! Heritage Estate are also giving our winner a bottle of Rabbit Fence Red - their popular Merlot, Cabernet and Shiraz blend. Tastes like subtle plum, mulberry Shiraz spices over leathery, dry, cedared Cabernet on a plush velvet soft magic Merlot . How great is this spring prize package!!!! It also includes... 2 Nights Stay at The Straw House B&B. They’ve had some new arrivals - some gorgeous alpacas and you’ll love a springtime stroll through their apple orchard and meeting their highland cattle . Plus WIN a whole Sutton’s Apple Pie made onsite at Sutton’s Juice Factory & Cidery. Claimed by many to be the best apple pie ever and made right on the apple farm! Last chance to enter to WIN our Granite Belt spring escape competition (closes Thursday midnight - enter here: https://bit.ly/32B2QD2

23.01.2022 in Queensland, we’re spoilt for locations on long weekends . @hesaysshesaysbrisbane in Girraween National Park.

22.01.2022 Hey Brisbane & Gold Coast - this just in from Red Stockholm who are bringing a Christmas shopping bus to Stanthorpe! Their announcement We're excited to be hopping aboard The Merry Muster to support Queensland’s rural regions this December, and so can you! Muster up your friends and family and do your Christmas shopping a little differently this year to support regional areas doing it tough. City-slickers from Brisbane and the Gold Coast are invited to board a convoy ...of The Merry Muster buses on Saturday 5 December for a day out in Queensland's Southern Downs. You'll spend the day spreading festive cheer to retailers and stallholders in the towns of Warwick and Stanthorpe, which have been hit hard in recent years through drought, bushfires and COVID-19. More than 100 stallholders spanning arts, crafts, ceramics, jewellery, fresh fruit, veg, meat, cheese and honey, baked goods, home furnishings, skincare and more, including Southern Downs Regional Council's annual Christmas market and the Country Women's Association of Australia, will converge into a shopper's dream day! Tickets are just $85 each which includes: - Return, air conditioned coach transport (departing from Hamilton Northshore Ferry Terminal, Sinnamon Park and Ashmore Community Park) - Time to shop in Warwick and Stanthorpe - 'Lunch in the vines' Ballandean Estate Wines - A donation to a local charity to be gifted on the day The buses will also be loaded with Foodbank Australia hampers to give to local communities, but there is also plenty of space for your esky! For more information or to purchase your ticket, email Kristin at [email protected]

21.01.2022 We when photographers share their view of the Granite Belt through their talented lens. Check out photojournalist, Paula Heelan Photography’s photos below and see if you can identify the locations she visited?

20.01.2022 We've hunted and found the most gorgeous big farmhouses to book for your Christmas season family gathering! Think December and January summer days in the Granite Belt vineyards spending time with family on sweeping verandahs... VIEW OUR FAVOURITE FARM HOURS (p.s. and comment below if you think we've missed any beauties!)

19.01.2022 Right now and through early December is the time to see Granite Belt roadsides lined with yellow coreopsis . There’s no prettier time to take a country drive to Stanthorpe Find out more about seeing the coreopsis flowering https://bit.ly/36LPaGa

19.01.2022 We that Stanthorpe is home to Queensland’s only tourist Christmas Farm! . Did you know it’s free to enter?

17.01.2022 Last night we held glasses of wine in our hands as we celebrated the "Queenslanders"..this morning we hold the luscious leaves that will grow wine for future celebrations . The vines are looking so beautiful this season. #granitebeltwinecountry #myhappyplace

17.01.2022 Irrefutable proof we get wiser with age. Be like Jill & Mike Brinx Deli & Cafe grazing platters are the !!

17.01.2022 Cheese tasting with Skye at Stanthorpe Cheese - yes please!!! Skye’s personal favourite is one of their maturing cheeses called ‘Rex’. It’s a rich and creamy Romano style and the hardness and crumble of the cheese varies according to what the Jersey cows are eating at the time the cheese was made #buyfromthebush #queenslandmade

15.01.2022 Stanthorpe is a finalist in the Top Tourism Town Awards... if Stanthorpe is your 'happy place' , help us and VOTE for Stanthorpe! VOTING LINK BELOW https://www.qtic.com.au/top-tourism-award/top-town-voting/

14.01.2022 If you've ever wanted to experience a house made of straw, look no further than the The Straw House B&B . This quant cottage is self contained with your own ensuite and conveniently located just north of Stanthorpe within stone's throw of wineries, cheese makers, apple pie makers and apple orchards..just to name a few. And don't forget to ask The Straw House B&B hosts for some banana bread...some say " it's the best banana bread I've ever tasted!". See you soon in #graniteb...eltwinecountry #sqcountry #thisisqueensland

12.01.2022 NEW! We've updated our picnic cheat sheet with some great new spots offering picnics around Stanthorpe. Robert Channon Wines we're looking at you - so excited that Paola our favourite winemaker/foodie has now put her hand to offering picnic packs at this Stanthorpe winery! Click below to explore all our picnic location tips (and direct message us if we've missed any of your favourite spots!)

09.01.2022 Don’t you just love exploring Queensland!! @fotosbyfeathers you’ve captured our #ballandeanpyramid beautifully here #granitebeltwinecountry

09.01.2022 We that Balancing Heart Vineyard is now open 7 days, because we can’t get enough of this . Have you seen the fresh new look at the cellar door? This spot really combines the best of the Granite Belt... fabulous wines, plus epic granite boulders all around. Follow Balancing Heart Vineyard to stay up to date because there’s lots more coming here, with plans for accommodation and dining ahead.

09.01.2022 Re-Opened from TODAY! (Get in quick to snap up the vacancies from this weekend and right through winter season). Girraween Country Inn has opened their doors under new operators and what lovely doors to step through, as they lead out to nearby Symphony Hill Wines and Girraween National Park . This country-style inn has fireplaces throughout, so perfect for a late autumn or winter getaway! Available to book: 6 ensuited king rooms, an ensuite four poster queen room, a 2 o...r 3 bedroom ensuited room, plus a rustic family chalet that sleeps 6 guests. Open to the public forbreakfasts NOW plus soon this will also operate as new dining spot for lunches and dinners, so stay tuned. MORE INFO https://granitebeltwinecountry.com.au//girraween-country-/

09.01.2022 Have you done the Ballandean pyramids? 1&2 Climbed/seen the 1st and 2nd Pyramids in Girraween National Park 3 Eaten a handmade chocolate pyramid at Wisteria Cottage Heavenly Chocolate ... 4 Seen the 15m giant Egyptian style Ballandean Pyramid 5 Gone wine tasting at Pyramids Road Wines Tick them all off your list on a delicious and fun spring drive south of Stanthorpe. View our guide for how to see all 5 https://bit.ly/3jxUv9n

08.01.2022 1.7oC this morning in Applethorpe (near Stanthorpe) and right now still a chilly 5oC morning in Stanthorpe Pack your marshmallows and come embrace Queensland’s ‘coolest’ town, with autumn colours and campfires. guests enjoying a campfire at Accommodation Creek Cottages & King Suites

08.01.2022 Meet Ashbern Farms strawberry farmer, Brendon Hoyle. We’re excited that pick-your-own strawberry season has opened in Stanthorpe and when you watch this video we’re sure you’ll agree is an exciting privilege to be welcomed to walk right into the fields of this working commercial farm! Open Friday to Sunday in Stanthorpe. #granitebeltmyhappyplace

08.01.2022 Fancy afternoon tea with alpacas? How about patting a deer , meeting a camel or feeding a mob of goats ? If adorable animals are your thing, check out these experiences next time you're in Stanthorpe

07.01.2022 drumroll... our lucky Christmas Season on the Granite Belt competition winner is D Johnson, NSW By the number of entries we received we see that you agreed that this prize package was an amazing recipe for a family fun trip to Stanthorpe. Don’t miss out, plan your own trip with a stay at Granite Belt Brewery cabins, a day out at the Granite Belt Maze and of course during December you can choose and take home your own farm fresh Christmas tree at Granite Belt Chr...istmas Farm More Stanthorpe Christmas season travel ideas www.granitebeltwinecountry.com.au/Christmas

07.01.2022 Meet Arantza, Winemaker at Queensland College of Wine Tourism. She grew up in Spain and now makes Spanish wines, (amongst many other varieties) in Stanthorpe. "Since I was a little girl, I have been surrounded by vineyards and wine. After few months looking for lab jobs nothing came up so decided that will be nice to learn how to make wine, quit my job at the supermarket... READ MORE

06.01.2022 ANNOUNCING COMPETITION WINNER! J Purvis of Brisbane is the lucky winner of our Spring Apple Blossom escape! Missed out? Treat yourself to this amazing prize anyway... book a few nights at The Straw House B&B www.strawhousebnb.com swing by and grab an apple pie at Sutton’s Juice Factory & Cidery www.suttonsfarm.com.au and stock up on 5 Star James Halliday rated wines at Heritage Estate Wines www.heritageestate.wine on a Stanthorpe trip this spring or summer

06.01.2022 Markets & boutique shopping day! Sat 5 DECEMBER Stanthorpe CBD

06.01.2022 Yes that’s a carrot !! World renowned musician and entertainer LINSEY POLLAK will be in Stanthorpe Friday 28th May, performing with instruments he makes right in front of your eyes. We’re so curious what he will create at his performance at Stanthorpe’s Heritage Estate Wines... perhaps a paper clarinet, a drinking straw oboe, or a rubber glove bagpipe ... You’ve only got to do a quick YouTube search for Lindsey Pollak to discover this musician is one not to miss. Lindsay is performing on the opening night of Ukulele & Folk @ The Winery. Friday 28 May Heritage Estate Wines, near Stanthorpe $20 Concert For tickets and more information about the whole weekend of activities click the register button at this website www.heritageestate.wine/uke

05.01.2022 Markets, Markets, Markets!! Plus Boutique Shopping, wine tastings, live music... NEXT SATURDAY 5 December, 9am to 5pm in Stanthorpe CBD. It's the Stanthorpe Christmas Market Day and an awesome way to buy direct from the maker and support local made this holiday season!... The CBD shopping will be open, plus here's bit of a round-up of who will be setting up market stalls... Isabella's Beautiful Creations Granite Belt Brewery Polished - Cosmetic Clinic Jamworks Gourmet Foods Havi and Bash Jester Hill Wines Granite Ridge Wines Seasonal Feast Southern Downs Collins Cakery Stanthorpe Honey Ridgemill Estate Hidden Creek Winery Symphony Hill Wines Robert Channon Wines Balancing Heart Vineyard Diramu oils Rosepetal & Co. Granite Belt Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander Corporation Wonderwerk Magnesium Oil Products MJ Creative Designs Scrunch Junkie Jack&Ella Rotary Club of Stanthorpe Australian Vinegar The Bramble Patch Jess's Beauty Room Woodland Dreamings Mary's Kitchen - Stanthorpe Desolie's Vintage. Co Down The Little Lane Quackers Pantry Kristy's Creatives Glenn Aplin School P&C Greenlands School Chillin Stanthorpe Simply Therapy Janelle Kunze Lorraine Aherns Cindie Ursem Kerry Gray Sandra Rowen Katrina Rudd Quartpot Quilters Kangaroo Kapers Fonlea Orchards Anne Campbell Recycled Timbers: Garry & Louise Campbell Nix Knits Rosalie Magnoli Pipinwoods Skincare Lily & Poly Nash Plus LIVE ENTERTAINMENT by: Granite Belt Band Raging Aging Belinda Lister St Joey’s Choir Mark Carter Ukes Granite Belt Jnr Choir Ukes - Graniteers Nine Year Sister Amanda Halloran Reloaded PLUS Christmas Photos and Children's Activities!

04.01.2022 Repeat 1,000 times and you’re finished Steve says . Some of our Granite Belt wineries have highly automated bottle production lines, but many such as Girraween Estate Winery are boutique scale and everything is hands on. A whole lotta passion and work into each

04.01.2022 We this! Angelo Puglisi... ‘Father of Queensland’s wine industry’ in his happy place at Ballandean Estate Wines

04.01.2022 No you're not seeing things...it's a crisp 15.1 degrees up here this morning. We love this place..it feels like winter in the midst of summer. If we could we'd also share the crisp fresh air and high altitude breeze with you on socials. We'll just have to invite you to come and experience it for yourself. The welcome matt is out is out for you ... www.granitebeltwinecountry.com.au

03.01.2022 Q. We asked Stanthorpe Cheese head cheesemaker Will Rodgers what tool he couldn't live without in his trade? A. "My cheese knife. Lots of bigger cheese factories use mechanical cutters or huge cheese harps to cut the curd. We use a simple long bladed knife to cut the curd. It treats the curd very gently without smashing it up and losing those precious milk solids. It allows us to make an artisan product with love and care. It really shows in the finished product. ...CLICK BELOW TO LEARN MORE about the man behind their delicious cheeses!

02.01.2022 Byron was here Models don’t come cuter than Golden Grove Estate’s own little wine dog ... See you on the summer tasting trail and find rare varieties with exciting new tastes in #granitebeltwinecountry @goldengroveestate

02.01.2022 We've decided that Christmas is now close enough that ALL shopping trips are justified and just serve to prove we're super organised . Stanthorpe's Market in the Mountains is on this Sunday... plus there's more ahead

01.01.2022 Could this be the most epic pic of Girraween National Park ever? It certainly caught our eye and Adventurers & Dreamers are very happy for us to share their drone handiwork work with you all Give this pic a like if you agree with us it’s a stunner. @adventurersanddreamers

01.01.2022 We know you supporting small businesses as much as we do. Meet Clarissa Pabst, owner and head chef of one of Stanthorpe’s newer restaurants - Essen. She told us ...everything that is made or achieved in a day is done by two people. Myself and my mother we are proud of what we have achieved, and we put a lot into our days even before we open the doors for dinner service! Read more about Clarissa

01.01.2022 Honey has been sniffing out lots of dog-friendly spots in #granitebeltwinecountry . Repost @honey_the.cavoodle via Instagram .... What a weekend! I had the best time running around the vineyards, snoofing cows, goats and other animals, and spending four uninterrupted days with my family Highly recommend @granitebeltwinecountry for a holiday for the whole family! From accommodation to restaurants, vineyards and other activities, it was very dog friendly! Can’t wait to go back!