The Catsoulis’ didn’t intend to buy a vineyard, but after a chance weekend in the country, they fell in love with the region instantly. What started out as a family weekend escape has now evolved into a fully fledged, operating vineyard.

“The sheer beauty of this place, the incredible local people we met, the four distinct seasons, the elevated climate of the Granite Belt, and the dramatic granite outcrops - it all felt a little bit magical. We knew pretty quickly we had found our next adventure.”

Over the past six years, this labor of love has seen a once neglected farm become a flourishing ecosystem eagerly awaiting our first guests. Andrew and Karen envisage creating a generational legacy of beautifully crafted, estate grown, single vineyard wines, grown, picked, produced and sold right here in Ballandean in a unique and beautifully landscaped setting.

Meteora’s offering will redefine the Granite Belt, spanning full state-of-the-art production facilities, a cellar door and restaurant, luxury accommodation, and an unparalleled range of agritourism attractions and events.

More than a vineyard, Meteora is a story of vision, family heritage, and belief in what the Granite Belt could become long before many others saw its potential.

From the moment visitors arrive, it is clear Meteora is not attempting to replicate another Australian winery. There is a strong and deeply personal sense of identity woven throughout the estate. Even the name, inspired by the breathtaking monasteries of Meteora in Greece, reflects the family’s cultural heritage and connection to landscape, hospitality, and tradition. That influence gives the vineyard a sense of soul and authenticity that feels lived rather than manufactured.

The past six years have seen a major transformation of our vineyard. We have cleared, pruned, fenced, fixed dams, demolished sheds and built new ones. We kept some of the old vines and planted lots of new ones, focusing on Italian varieties better suited to the climate and terroir of the region.

We have constructed the Granite Belt’s first wine cave, a brand new state-of-the-art wine processing facility, cellar door and restaurant, with luxury accommodation to come.

We look forward to welcoming you and sharing with you our passion for good wine and food, and time spent relaxing with family and friends in a uniquely beautiful setting.