September 29, 2013
Jazz fans who want to kick back and relax over the South Burnett & Cherbourg On Show long weekend should make a bee-line for Moffatdale Ridge, located 10km from Murgon on the Barambah Road, not far from Bjelke-Petersen Dam.
The Ridge will be holding two big jazz afternoons on Saturday, October 5 and Sunday October 6.
On Saturday, legendary South Burnett saxophonist Tom McKenzie will be performing from 11:00am to 3:00pm; and on Sunday, nationally renowned jazz performers Brian and Judy Whenem will be taking centre stage (again, from 11:00am to 3:00pm).
Moffatdale Ridge’s cellar door will be open between 10:00am and 4:00pm both days, and guests are welcome to sample the full range of wines and liqueurs on offer.
Meanwhile, the adjoining restaurant will be open the same hours and debuting its new Spring menu, and guests are welcome to or order finger foods and/or lunch as they enjoy the music, or just grab a table and relax.
Moffatdale Ridge is a 260-acre property is owned by Jason and Sue Kinsella and was originally selected by Sue’s grandfather in 1909. Its vineyards were established in 1996.
The Ridge grow verdelho, semillion, cabernet, shiraz and merlot grapes in their 12 acre vineyards, along with experimental plantings of albarino and sangiovese.
They also produce shiraz, cabernet-sauvignon and a semillion chardonnay from their grapes along with a botrytis semillon; a rose; a wide range of liqueurs; and white and dark ports.
The Ridge prides itself on being known as “Queensland’s friendliest winery” and its cellar door and restaurant are located inside a striking, Tuscan-inspired building which has become famous for its popular monthly Tuscan Feasts.
The Ridge is also home to the annual autumn Opera On The Lawn concert, which features some of south-east Queensland’s most talented opera singers.
- You can find out more about Moffatdale Ridge on South Burnett Wine
- You can make bookings for seats (optional) at either of the two long weekend Jazz Days by phoning Moffatdale Ridge on (07) 4168-4797 or emailing them
