Food Wine Produce
30/01/2023
Celebrate pinot on the Peninsula
by Mornington Peninsula Magazine

Pinot-lovers will rejoice with two fabulous events coming up showcasing this much-loved varietal. This month Pinot Celebration Australia, a two-day event, brings together wine industry leaders and next generation thinkers to celebrate pinot noir from Australia’s diverse pinot regions on the Mornington Peninsula.

Day one on February 10 sees a series of themed sessions held at RACV Cape Schanck resort. Enjoy stories and conversations that will leave you feeling uplifted about the future of pinot noir in Australia. February 11’s program begins at Red Hill Reserve and continues at various locations, depending on the workshop or forums you select. Transport is supplied to and from each location on the day. Tickets for the two days cost $1500 a person.

And then in March the Flinders foreshore comes alive on Labour Day weekend with Mornington Peninsula Wine’s Peninsula Piers & Pinots. Held annually, this much-anticipated event continues to grow in popularity since the first one almost 20 years ago.

Sunday, March 12, is the day to mark on your calendar. The event kicks off at noon and runs ‘til 3pm. Participating wineries this year are Baillieu Vineyard, Barmah Park, Dexter Wines, Elgee Park Wines, Handpicked Wines, Kyberd Hills, Manton’s Creek, Montalto, Nazaaray Estate, Ocean Eight, Pt Leo Estate, Quealy, Rahona Valley, Red Hill Estate, Stannicks Estate, Stonier, and Yal Yal Estate.

Food will be available to buy from Boatshed Cheese, the Flying Calamari Brothers, Mushiki, Harry’s Concilia, and Greek Masa. Mingle with a glass in hand and enjoy roaming music to add to the fabulous festive vibe.

Tickets cost $50 a person plus GST and booking fee, and each ticket includes a complimentary Riedel tasting glass, tasting notes and all wine tastings. Sea breezes, sunshine and good times are, of course, par for the course.

For further information and to book your tickets for both events, go to www.mpwine.com.au