As we entered the lush grounds of Sirromet, we got a warm welcome from all the wallabies and native birds. Sirromet Winery is a 30 minute drive from Brisbane International Airport (and our house in Brisbane, as it turned out). If you’re from out of town, the winery can arrange a transfer but the easiest way to get there is to drive yourself (either in your own or a hire car).
Sanctuary by Sirromet: Luxe glamping in nature
The on-site accommodation, Sanctuary by Sirromet, offers a glamping experience that blends luxury with nature—though it’s best enjoyed in dry weather. Our tented pavilion impressed us with its wooden balcony overlooking a serene laguna, reverse cycle air conditioning, a stylish bathroom, coffee machine, and a king-size bed was great, even though we got wet walking to and from the winery and restaurant, despite our umbrella, on the very rainy weekend that we visited.
Wine Tour and Tasting: A quintessential Queensland experience
After drying off, guests can head to the buzzing cellar door for the included wine tour and tasting which offers sweeping views (on clear days) of Moreton Bay and rolling hills. Our 45-minute tour covered everything from the barrel-lined function space to the owner’s private cellar and wine processing facility. It was the perfect length with an engaging behind-the-scenes look at a working winery, minus the kind of nitty gritty wine details that can make some people doze off.
Sirromet Premium Wine Tasting review: Fun, not fussy
In a private tasting room, we were invited to rate all the wines we tried using a score sheet. “The bigger the score, the bigger the pour,” joked our guide. The experience was relaxed and social, with plenty of laughs and local wine wisdom shared around the table. After the tasting, we grabbed a glass of our favourite wine and enjoyed it on the cellar door’s deck, watching kookaburras flit through the rainforest as rain gently fell. Thankfully not as hard as when we were walking from our accommodation – we got soaked, despite an umbrella.
Tuscan Terrace at Sirromet review: Wine, steak and warm hospitality
Our accommodation included a self-catering set up with crockery, cutlery and a heavy duty sandwich press that could be used to cook everything from cheese toasties to burgers. However, we didn’t use it as our Stay & Dine package included dinner at the Tuscan Terrace. We enjoyed our steak paired with a 2019 Nebbiolo and the fact our excellent glass of wine only cost $13!
Sanctuary by Sirromet breakfast
After a restful night in the glamping tent, we woke up to magpies singing and sunshine – hooray! Breakfast at Sirromet’s café included barista coffee and a selection of treats from the glass cabinet—perfect for a relaxed morning on the café’s deck before checkout.
The downside: Rain, wet wheelie bags and soggy shoes
While the rain dampened the walk to and from our tent and made navigating the forested paths a soggy challenge, the wine, wildlife, and warm hospitality at Sanctuary by Sirromet still made for a wonderful stay. Bring a book and comfortable shoes that you don’t mind getting wet and you’ll also be set for a great stay – hopefully with better weather than we had!
Disclosure: The writers stayed as guests of Sirromet.
If you’re looking for accommodation in Brisbane, we have reviewed the Treasury Hotel, The Calile, Ovolo The Valley, W Brisbane, Capri by Fraser Brisbane, Hilton Brisbane, The Johnson, NEXT Hotel Brisbane, Sage Hotel James Street, The Westin Brisbane, Oaks Brisbane Festival Suites, Royal on the Park, Ibis Styles Elizabeth Street, Sofitel Brisbane, Crystalbrook Vincent, The Inchcolm, Alex Perry Hotel & Apartments, and Pullman Brisbane Airport.
