Grand Tour One

Amazing Drives
Australia, Beach, Cafe, Cellar Door, Coffee, Eat, enjoy, Farm, Food, Kitchen, Local, lunch, Merricks, Mornington Peninsula, Red Hill, Restaurant, Shoreham, Vegetables, Victoria, Vineyard, Weekend, Wine
Our Grand Tour One is a meandering journey through the Mornington Peninsula that takes you through the hinterland to the rugged south west with a main break at the Peninsula Hot Springs where you will leave feeling relaxed, rejuvenated and ready to soak up some iconic roads and fresh experiences as you journey homeward.

The Classic Drive-by

Amazing Drives
Australia, Balnarring, Beach, Cafe, Cellar Door, Coffee, Eat, enjoy, Exhibition, Farm, Flinders, Food, Gallery, Garden, Horse Riding, Kitchen, Local, lunch, Merricks, mornington, Mornington Peninsula, Red Hill, Victoria, Vineyard, Weekend, Wine
From amazing views to farm-gates, general stores, cellar doors and exhilarating country roads – these things are synonymous with the Peninsula. This tour gives you a chance to enjoy the ride, taste some things along the way, and stretch your legs all within a few hours.

Avani Winery: The Essence of the Earth Through the Hands of the Singh Family

Latest Scoops
Avani, Love the Pen, Mornington Peninsula, Pop up, Red Hill, Red Hill South, Restaurant, Vineyard, Wine, Winemakers
Nestled in the verdant heart of Red Hill South, Victoria, Avani Winery stands as a beacon of minimal intervention winemaking, a testament to the profound connection between land and wine. The name Avani, meaning 'the earth' in Sanskrit, beautifully encapsulates the ethos of this boutique winery, passionately guided by the Singh family.

Barmah Park Vineyard

Food & Drink
Accommodation, Australia, Barmah Park, Cellar Door, chef, Coffee, Deck, Eat, Events, Food, Friends, Garden, Groups, Kitchen, Local, lunch, Moorooduc, Mornington Peninsula, Property, Restaurant, Summer, Victoria, Vineyard, Weddings, Weekend, Wine
Barmah Park is a stone's throw from Mornington, just off the Moorooduc Hwy. Come here to warm up beside their log fire and unwind with the help of stunning rural vineyard views, fine food, wine and friendly service. What was a working cattle farm is now an acclaimed restaurant with a spacious dining room - graced with natural light and a rustic cellar door. There is something for everyone with their modern Australian menu that reflects seasonal moods. 

Montalto

Food & Drink, Winemakers
Cellar Door, montalto, Mornington Peninsula, Peninsula, Piazza, Pizza, Red Hill, Restaurant, Sculpture Walk, Trail, Vegetables, Vineyard, Walk, Weekend, Wine
With fruit coming from six unique vineyards located across the Peninsula, Montalto Vineyard and Olive Grove creates interesting and complex wines reflecting the fantastic diversity of the vineyards, according to winemaker Simon Black. There’s more than the multiple award winning wines and the restaurants 11 chef’s hats since 2002 that make a visit to Montalto such a rewarding place to visit.

Trofeo Estate

Food & Drink, Winemakers
Cellar Door, Drink, dromana, Estate, Farm, Food, Friends, Garden, Kitchen, Local, Love the Pen, lunch, Mornington Peninsula, Produce, Red Hill, Restaurant, Trofeo, Victoria, Vineyard, Wedding, Weekend, Wine
Trofeo Estate encompasses a vineyard, cellar door, winery, & a thriving cafe. At the core of the estate is a philosophy that embraces the practice of biodynamics, sustainability & old world winemaking techniques & this is expressed through fresh, home grown produce from the kitchen and café, delicious take home condiments and stunning array of wines from the cellar door.

Volpino

Food & Drink
Beach, Deck, Drinks, Eat, Family, Fish, Food, Friends, Kitchen, Local, Locals, lunch, Mornington Peninsula, mount martha, Pasta, Pizza, Restaurant, Seafood, Summer, Sunshine, Victoria, Volpino, Weekend, Wine, Winebar
With a strong emphasis on fresh and local produce, Volpino offers an array of Mediterranean inspired seasonal dishes to compliment the classic wood fired pizzas that are a mainstay of this vibrant, beachside venue. The deck is super sized and a perfect place to soak up the winters sun, unwind and dine alfresco with friends, family or as a couple. Add a unique, hand selected wine list and you have the perfect ingredients for a memorable day or night out. To borrow a famous Australian phrase, it’s all about the vibe and it’s this attitude that inspires us to follow the boys from Volpino.

SPANISH WINE DINNER at South Beach Project

Events
David, dinner, mount martha, South Beach, Spanish, Volpino, Wine
The Spainards pride themselves on seasonal produce and regional specialties. From North to South, Asturias to Andalusia, every region offers their own unique flavours, cuisines and ingredients. Sun drenched Meditteranean flavours mixed with brilliant wines from across the country presented by our very own David Weill and our mate Nick Dodds. Get your tickets quick folks as this one will definitely be a sellout!