Established in 1970 by fourth generation grazier Gordon Knight and Heather Knight, Granite Hills is one Australia’s highest and most picturesque vineyards – perched atop the spectacular boulder-strewn hills of the Great Dividing Range at an altitude of 550 metres, the vista gives you an immediate impression of something quite special.

A devotee of estate grown, made and bottle wines, Granite Hills is one of the regions most acclaimed and treasured wineries. Home to an exciting range of wines including sparkling, riesling, pinot blanc, gruner veltliner, chardonnay, gamay noir, pinot noir, merlot, cabernet sauvignon and shiraz. For over fifty vintages, these wines have graced the tables of generations, and its iconic label has amassed more than 500 awards at Australian and international wine shows since its first vintage in 1974.

A testament to the vineyard’s unique and brilliant wines, Granite Hills proudly boasts a five -red star rating from the Halliday Wine Companion and was heralded as an “enduring classic” by the acclaimed wine critic.

Over the last two decades, Llew and Andrea Knight, along with a small, dedicated team, have continued the passion to craft the finest quality wines from the ground up. Maintaining soil and vine health along with moderating yields are central to the objectives at Granite Hills to grow the best quality grapes in the most sustainable manner. The simple philosophy in winemaking is to produce a range of wines which show a quality which respects the terrior, shows clear varietal definition and the ability to cellar gracefully.

For the wine lover, Granite Hills offer an exclusive membership to its wine club, with seasonal specials on a range of its wines and a delivery service on carton orders.

A must-visit if you are in the Macedon Ranges region, offering a range of wines for tasting at the cellar door. Bring your own picnic, enjoy a glass of wine whilst taking in the amazing view across central Victoria. And the winery is dog friendly too.