GRACEBROOK VINEYARDS
The Stables at Gracebrook Vineyards
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King Valley VIC 3678
Constructed during the 1880s near Whitfield in NE Victoria s beautiful King Valley, the Gracebrook Vineyard Stables have been at the heart of the property for more than 110 years.
The gracious old stables was originally built from local stringybark and red and yellow box round timbers, using traditional bush carpentry methods of the period in its construction. They were in need of substantial restoration when David and Rhonda Maples purchased the property in 1998 from the Jarrott family who had owned the property continually from settlement of the King Valley. During the next two years, some 75 acres of vineyards were established on the property.
The now fully restored Stables are the centrepiece of the property. With magnificent views along the King Valley and across the snow-capped Victorian Alps, the Stables now house an expansive restaurant and tasting area, leading through to the timber deck overlooking the vineyards.
Gracebrook wines are a reflection of the passion David and Rhonda have for their vineyards. Each wine produced is carefully managed to maintain the perfect balance between crop load and leaf surface. This ensures optimum quality combined with the unique subtleties of flavour that their cool climate wines have become known for.
The winery like many in the region is now producing some classic Italian varieties such as Sangiovese, Pinot Grigio and Dolcetto. These Mediterranean style wines compliment their Albarino, Riesling, Chardonnay, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Shiraz wines.
Visitors are welcome to enjoy the atmosphere and character the stables provide for Gracebrook Vineyards and the King Valley. The cellar door features light lunches and wine tastings. Displays of art and antique farm equipment should pique the interest of art and history buffs visiting the region.
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