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Mornington Peninsula
Montalto Vineyard Lunch & Wine Tour: Estate to Plate
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Overview
Estate to Plate: Montalto Vineyard Gourmet Lunch and Wine-Tasting Tour, located in the beautiful Mornington Peninsula, offers a unique experience that goes beyond the cellar door. It connects visitors to the source of Montalto's story, showcasing the region's beauty in every season.
This experience involves a guided walk with Montalto's chef through the estate kitchen gardens. Guests enjoy an educational and entertaining seated wine tasting with panoramic views overlooking the Red Hill vineyards. It features Single Vineyard and Estate wines.
The tour culminates in a multi-course tasting experience with award-winning wines, enjoyed either in the stylish, covered courtyard or amongst the lush kitchen gardens. Visitors can explore the 75-acre estate, which combines a working vineyard, olive grove, kitchen gardens, fruit orchard, and berry plantation with an extensive sculpture collection. 
Highlights
Gourmet Lunch: Enjoy a delicious 5-course lunch made with fresh, local ingredients.
Award-Winning Wines: Taste Montalto's acclaimed wines, perfectly paired with each course.
Kitchen Garden Tour: Walk through the estate's kitchen gardens with the chef and learn about seasonal produce.
Scenic Views: Take in the breathtaking views of the Red Hill vineyards.
Sentiment Analysis
Customers generally have a very positive experience, praising the food, wine, and scenery. The staff is also mentioned frequently as a highlight, though some suggest allowing more time for certain aspects of the tour.
Customers loved the beautiful views and delicious food.
Many reviewers mentioned the excellent wine tasting experience.
Guests appreciated the knowledgeable and friendly staff.
Several people enjoyed walking through the gardens.
Some felt that the tour was a bit rushed.
A few people wished there was more time to explore the sculpture collection.
The Journey
Montalto Vineyard
A 75-acre estate in Red Hill, Mornington Peninsula, featuring a working vineyard, olive grove, kitchen gardens, fruit orchard, and berry plantation. It is also home to an extensive sculpture collection and the Montalto Sculpture Prize.
Kitchen Gardens
Explore the estate's kitchen gardens with a guided walk led by the chef, learning about seasonal produce and the 'Estate to Plate' philosophy.
Red Hill Vineyards
Enjoy a guided, seated wine tasting with panoramic views overlooking the vineyards, featuring Single Vineyard and Estate wines that reflect the cool climate of the region.
Estate Courtyard or Kitchen Gardens
Savor a multi-course tasting experience with award-winning wines in either the stylish, covered courtyard or amongst the lush kitchen gardens.
Natural Wetlands and Sculpture Exhibition
After lunch, embark on a self-guided tour of the estate's natural wetlands and permanent sculpture exhibition.
Know Before You Go
This experience includes a 5-course lunch with matching wines, a structured wine tasting, and a guided kitchen garden tour. It does not include hotel pickup and drop-off in Melbourne. Additional wine and beverages may be purchased separately. Meet up and end at: 33 Shoreham Rd, Red Hill South VIC 3937, Australia.
Hot Tip
Many reviewers suggest allowing extra time after the formal tour and lunch to fully explore the sculpture garden and enjoy the stunning views. Consider wearing comfortable shoes for the garden walk.
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