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This immersive experience showcases the sub-regionality of the Mornington Peninsula and the exceptional produce it has to offer. From the seaside to the rich fertile soil, the Mornington Peninsula is a food and wine lover’s paradise.We invite you to experience the local flavours from two iconic wineries and explore the produce that has made this region famous.
10.30am Montalto | Estate to Plate
The estate to plate philosophy underpins everything they do at Montalto. With this experience you’re invited to immerse yourself in this philosophy. Your private 4-hour journey begins with a personal tour of the kitchen gardens – some of the oldest and largest in Victoria followed by a bespoke wine tasting in the multi award-winning Cellar Door. The Montalto team will guide you through the Single Vineyard and Estate wines – a stunning exploration of their cool climate vineyards.
Following your tasting, it’s time for lunch in The Restaurant. Enjoy an ever-changing set menu showcasing a seasonal celebration of the estate-grown heirloom produce, alongside the very best locally sourced ingredients from across the Mornington Peninsula. A true estate to plate experience overlooking the very gardens and vineyards you toured earlier in the day.
After lunch, we invite you to explore the Montalto Sculpture Trail. Sculpture is an integral part of life at Montalto and a highlight of any visit to the estate. The 1km Sculpture Trail winds through their vines, along wooden boardwalks and through the wetlands and affords spectacular views of both the sculptures and the property along the way. Many of the permanent sculptures were winners of the Montalto Sculpture Prize – among the most valuable private sculpture prizes in Australia.
2:30pm Ten Minutes by Tractor | Terroir Masterclass
Take a deep dive into the unique terroir of sub regional Mornington Peninsula. This intimate experience hosted in the Ten Minutes by Tractor private tasting room, will take you on an in-depth exploration of their vineyard sites and the individual characteristics of each. This is a rare opportunity to taste through a selection of limited release wines.Your wine host will also provide an overview of the Ten Minutes by Tractor story, the history of the region and a detailed look at what makes the Mornington Peninsula the perfect place to produce cool climate Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. The masterclass will include two limited release wines as well as a selection of six current release wines.
