A love for wine and nature bought a couple together, however, it was Grampians grapes that brought them to our region to start a business and a family. Adam Louder has been making wine for 20 years, and has a world of experience from the Napa Valley, USA; Bordeaux, France; Margaret River, Western Australia; and…
Crowned on multiple occasions in the short time they’ve been open, James Collicoat from Avoca’s much-loved butchers, Pyrenees Premium Cuts, is set to take to the stage at Grampians Grape Escape, hosting a butchery masterclass with Paul West from River Cottage Australia. A cut above the rest, the locally owned and run business started up…
There is so much to discover at Grampians Grape Escape. Whether you are interested in trying the cool climate wines, the flavoursome foods, enjoying the vibrant entertainment or just love coming to one of the most stunning places in Victoria, it is a festival that has wow factor. And there is one common thread that…
Grampians Grape Escape is one of the best events in the region, if not the state. But you know what? It can get even better with some events to celebrate all the way from Easter to the big event in May. Whether you’re into the food, the wine, live music, or all of those things…
Mother of three, farmer and businesswoman, Claire Morgan is making her mark on Rupanyup. She’s giving people more reasons to visit this country town located on the great Silo Art Trail. With seemingly boundless energy, Claire is driven by the mantra, ‘participate in change; inspire others’. It’s Claire’s initiatives to add value to what’s grown…
Just 15 minutes from Horsham at a place called Lower Norton, Barangaroo Boutique Wines has been making some special drops for about 13 years. The winery is one of only two in the world to produce a sparkling vermentino, a beverage of choice for many loyal customers. Manager Sheila McClure says the business went from…
What makes Grampians Grape Escape so special is its surrounds, the stunning setting is begging to be explored. While you’re in the area, why not check out everything else that makes this region something special. Chasing waterfalls MacKenzie Falls is one of grandeur and one of the largest waterfalls in Victoria, flowing all year…
An old flour mill in Horsham is the home of Son of Grace, a winery making beautiful drops from vines planted at an abandoned fruit orchard at Quantong, giving new life to productions of yesteryear. The winery has produced shiraz for Mt Stapylton consistently ranked in the top 10 per cent in international competitions. Son…
In 1992 Silvia and Enrique Diaz bought an empty block of land near Avoca, eager to capitalise on the unique Pyrenees climate. More than a quarter of a century later, their son Tom Diaz is carrying on the dream, as the St Ignatius winery vigneron. His brothers Nick and Alex are also part of the…
Nestled at the base of Mount Cole sits a small family-owned and run vineyard producing boutique wine. Mountainside Wines, about 20 minutes from Ararat, was opened about three and a half years ago by Jane and Shane Goninon. The pair bought the winery, which has been in existence since 1998, in search of a tree…
