The page you are viewing has been archived. Find the latest lodge news, offers and events here.

Spicers Peak Lodge are partnering with Golden Grove Estate Wines to deliver a special long lunch with award-winning food, paired with some of the best wines from the Granite Belt region with Queensland High Country serving as the perfect backdrop. 

5th February 2023 | 12:00 pm

Hosted by Queensland Winemaker of the Year, Ray Costanzo, Golden Grove Estate is a family owned and operated winery in Ballandean, located just 15 minutes south of Stanthorpe in the high altitude Granite Belt wine region of Queensland. Third Generation winemaker Raymond Costanzo continues the Costanzo family legacy, which began with vine plantings in 1946.

In recent years Ray and his father Sam planted lesser known, alternative grape varieties and made these their speciality – they’re called ‘Strange Bird’ wines in the Granite Belt region. Specialising in varieties such as Nero d’Avola, Tempranillo and Vermentino, Golden Grove’s wines are sure to surprise and delight.

Golden Grove Estate took out Queensland Winery of the Year and Ray was awarded the Queensland Winemaker of the Year at the 38th Queensland Wine Awards in 2022.

Join the afternoon celebrations at 12pm to enjoy a glass of wine in the guest lounge before making your way to our picturesque terrace where you will be welcomed by The Peak’s Executive Chef, Karl Reyes, and Golden Grove Winemaker, Ray Costanzo. Sit back and enjoy panoramic views of the stunning surrounds while indulging in a five course chef’s tasting menu designed to compliment this range of premium wines.

This will be a lunch to remember…

MENU

Five course tasting menu with paired Golden Grove wines
Salmon croquette
Wasabi emulsion, salmon roe
2019 Reserve SPV Sparkling Vermentino

Seafood medley
Scallops, prawns, mussels, fennel and apple salad, bisque sauce
2022 Vermentino

Smoked duck
Black pudding cigar, Davidson plum chutney, potato fondant, cherry jus
2022 Joven Tempranillo

Braised beef cheek
Swede puree, horseradish, garden herb flowers
2021 Storm King Wine Co Mataro Graciano

Coffee and caramel
Beurre noisette ice cream, brandy snap, coffee gel
2006 Rare Tawny

This unique experience costs $275 per person and includes a five course lunch with paired wines, or $165 per person for lunch without paired wines.

Places are limited and bookings are essential. Call 07 4666 1083 or email reception.peaklodge@spicersretreats.com.

For further information, visit Spicers Peak Lodge.