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Mornington Peninsula
Mornington Peninsula Wine & Lunch Discovery
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Overview
Montalto Vineyard: Mornington Peninsula Discovery Wine Tasting and Lunch offers a memorable food and wine experience in the beautiful Mornington Peninsula. This experience takes guests beyond a typical cellar door visit, connecting them to the source of Montalto's acclaimed wines and fresh produce.
This guided tasting, perfect for both wine novices and connoisseurs, unfolds in a breathtaking setting overlooking the Red Hill vineyards and kitchen gardens. Guests will sample current and back vintages, including limited bottlings not available elsewhere, gaining unique insights into cool-climate winemaking. Following the tasting, a leisurely shared lunch awaits in the Piazza, featuring seasonal dishes crafted from the estate's own produce gardens. A glass of Montalto wine complements the meal.
Located on the Mornington Peninsula, the Montalto Estate provides a unique backdrop for food and wine lovers. After lunch, visitors can explore the contemporary sculpture collection set amongst natural wetlands, produce gardens, and vineyards, home to the renowned Montalto Sculpture Prize. 
Highlights
Taste Award-Winning Wines: Sample current and back vintages of Montalto's cool-climate wines.
Enjoy a Shared Lunch: Savor a seasonal lunch made with fresh produce from the estate's gardens.
Breathtaking Vineyard Views: Experience panoramic views of the Red Hill vineyards.
Explore Sculpture Collection: Wander through a contemporary sculpture collection set amongst natural wetlands and vineyards.
Sentiment Analysis
Customers generally enjoyed the wine tasting and lunch experience, praising the scenery, wine, and staff. Some had minor issues with portion sizes and pacing.
Guests loved the beautiful setting of the vineyard.
Many enjoyed the delicious food and wine pairings.
Visitors appreciated the knowledgeable and friendly staff.
Some said the tour was well-organized.
Some found the lunch portions to be small.
A few visitors thought the wine tasting was rushed.
The Journey
Montalto Vineyard
Montalto Vineyard, located on the Mornington Peninsula, is renowned for its cool, maritime climate, ideal for producing Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, and Pinot Gris. The estate offers a unique setting for food and wine lovers, complete with vineyards, produce gardens, and a contemporary sculpture collection.
Alto Wine Room or Piazza
The Alto wine room or Piazza at Montalto provides a breathtaking setting for wine tasting, offering panoramic views overlooking the Red Hill vineyards. It serves as the starting point for the Discovery Tasting, where guests sample current and back vintage wines.
Montalto Estate Produce Gardens
The produce gardens at Montalto Estate provide fresh, seasonal ingredients for the shared lunch served in the Piazza. These gardens showcase the estate's commitment to using locally sourced produce and add to the overall dining experience.
Montalto Sculpture Prize Exhibition
The Montalto Estate features a contemporary sculpture collection set amongst natural wetlands and vineyards. The estate is home to the Montalto Sculpture Prize, one of Australia's most valuable private sculpture prizes.
Know Before You Go
This Mornington Peninsula Discovery Wine Tasting and Lunch includes a glass of wine and a tutored wine tasting, followed by a shared lunch. Additional wine or beverages are not included but may be purchased on-site. Hotel pickup and drop-off are not included, meaning you'll need to arrange your own transportation to Montalto Vineyard.
Hot Tip
Many visitors recommend allowing extra time to explore the sculpture park and gardens after lunch to fully enjoy the Montalto Estate.
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