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SUMMER WINE TOURS
We are now taking bookings for the summer – including the Christmas/New Year period and the January school holidays.
It’s our most exciting time of the year when the weather is perfect, the scenery is to die for and the wineries are releasing their latest summer vintages of Rose, Pinot Gris and Chardonnay.
Who wouldn’t fancy a taste of some of Australia’s finest Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Pinot Gris and Rose amidst a sea of greenery in the vineyards as the new wine season begins to take shape, ahead of picking season in Autumn.
Summer is the best time of the year visit the Mornington Peninsula for a wine tour when the days are long and the weather is a lot milder than any other wine region with our beautiful sea breezes to complement the sunny days.
The cellar doors are alive with colour and excitement and you get more opportunity to chat to the winemakers and cellar door staff to ensure a real memorable tasting experience.
This makes it the perfect time of year to visit and book your own, personalised Mornington Peninsula wine tour with the region’s number one ranked tour operator.
You may even get to see the winemakers in action as Amour Of The Grape Tours takes you behind the scenes with our close relationship from some of the region’s finest winemakers.
And our popular weekday discounts for couples and group discounts for three or more guests still operate every day even during the summer school holidays – except for long weekends.
Amour Of The Grape Tours will be running our popular wine tours daily throughout this period with group discounts for three or more people every day as well as our weekday discounts for couples.
We will also be available for return transport for those just looking for a lunch transfer service. And we are also offering return evening transport for those heading out for dinner at one of our fantastic winery restaurants. To book phone Paul on 0414 704 801. We cater for groups of two to seven and can cater for groups of 11 on Saturdays.
TRIP ADVISOR AWARD
Amour Of The Grape Tours has once again – for the tenth year in a row – been awarded the 2024 Travellers’ Choice Award by Trip Advisor for consistently high reviews by our guests.
We are not only ranked number one for small group wine tours on the Mornington Peninsula but also in the TOP TEN PERCENT OF ATTRACTIONS WORLDWIDE.
A huge thanks to all my wonderful customers for making this all possible as well as all the fantastic staff and owners at the various beautiful cellar doors we visit.
I couldn’t have done it without you all and it’s been an amazing decade long journey with many more years to come.
And we have just closing in on our 350th review on Trip Advisor and have surpassed 60 reviews on Google – tremendous milestones that we never dreamed would be possible when we began operating in September, 2013.
PENINSULA HOT SPRINGS
Summer is the best time of year to visit our world famous Peninsula Hot Springs – bathing in the warm, thermal water is simply the greatest way to relax in perfect weather conditions with a lovely sea breeze to keep you cool.
We run tours every day to Peninsula Hot Springs with lunch packages also available for groups of two to seven with Melbourne and Peninsula Pick-ups available.
To book phone Paul on 0414 704 801.
OUR ELEVENTH ANNIVERSARY.
Spring of 2024 marks 11 years of operation since we began operating with a dream of showing off our beautiful Mornington Peninsula to guests from all over the world and giving them a day out to remember in an area famous for its world class wine, stunning beaches and golf courses, the world famous Peninsula Hot Springs, fantastic shopping and restaurants and incredible natural beauty and scenery.
And we have loved every minute of it and have met so many wonderful people along the journey.
BEST PINOT GRIS:
Huge congratulations to one of my favourite wineries Quealy for winning the Best Pinot Gris in Australia by Australia’s No.1 wine reviewer James Halliday in his 2025 ratings with its stunning 2023 Feri Maris Single Block Gris. Great job by Kath, Tom and the team.
The Mornington Peninsula has once again shown why it is Victoria’s regional foodie capital in the latest Age Good Food Guide rankings.
We picked up an astonishing 15 hats with two of our spectacular winery restaurants – Laura at Pt Leo Estate and Ten Minutes By Tractor in Main Ridge scoring two hats as well as the fabulous fine dining Tedesca Osteria in Red Hill.
And congratulations to Audrey’s at The Continental Hotel in Sorrento, Doot Doot Doot at Jackalope Hotel in Merricks North, Many Little in Red Hill South, Moke in Flinders, Port Phillip Estate in Red Hill South, Rare Hare at Jackalope in Merricks North, Pt Leo Estate, Polperro at Red Hill South and Montalto in Red Hill South for all receiving one hat.
Amour Of The Grape Tours is available for both return lunch and dinner transport to all these incredible wineries and restaurants. To book phone Paul on 0414 704 801.
SPECIAL RELEASE PINOT NOIR
Looking for a fantastic Pinor Noir with a great name and story behind it. Fenian Winery has just released a magnificent Pinot Noir from the celebrated 2021 vintage named Saoirse – which is Gaelic for Freedom. This is one definitely worth checking out.
WEEKDAY AND GROUP DISCOUNTS FOR WINE TOURS.
Our weekday specials operate every day (except for long weekends and public holidays).
Just $180 per person – $10 off our regular price – for a couple with a Mornington Peninsula pick-up for our popular all day tours, including lunch and a glass of wine each.
But our regular group discounts for groups of three or more still apply EVERY DAY, including on weekends and school holidays, with prices starting from just $150 per person for a group of six or seven.
We also offer group and weekday discounts for Melbourne CBD and suburban pick-ups as well.
Our Mornington Peninsula wine tours are available every day for small groups of two to seven and include visits to four to five wineries as well as a multi course Tapas lunch and a glass of wine each at either the lovely Mont Rouge Estate, Green Olive Tapas Farm and winery, Montalto or the Pier 10 winery in Shoreham. Optional tastings also available at Bass and Flinders Gin Distillery, Red Hill, Jetty Road or St Andrews Beach Brewery, Main Ridge Dairy, JimmyRum Distillery and Mock Red Hill or Mr Little Peninsula cider.
To book phone Paul on 0414 704 801 or email us at info@amourofthegrape.com.au.
SUMMER HORSE RACING
The 2024/25 horse racing season kicks into full swing over the summer months on the Mornington Peninsula and the full list of meetings are now listed on our website. It’s never too early to book your return transport to our big spring carnival racing meetings at Mornington and Balnarring. To book phone Paul on 0414 704 801. Now taking bookings for our biggest picnic meeting on Australia Day for the Balnarring Cup.
NIGHT TRANSPORT
Finding a taxi or uber is next to impossible on the Mornington Peninsula so Amour Of The Grape Tours runs a personalised, safe, chauffeur service at night to take guests to and from our fabulous winery restaurants including Ten Minutes By Tractor, Port Phillip Estate, Paringa, Pier 10, Polperro, Montalto, Many Little and Pt Leo Estate. Prices depend on group size and pick-up address but start from just $30 per person for the return trip.
TOP WINES IN AUSTRALIA.
Australia’s most prestigious wine reviewer James Halliday has named a host of Mornington Peninsula wines amongst his top choices in the country in the 2025 Halliday guide..
The 2023 Quealy Feri Maris Pinot Grigio was named the best Pinot Gris/Pinot Grigio in all of Australia.
But several other Pinot Gris across the Peninsula also featured highly including:
Moorooduc Estate – 2023 Pinot Gris
Ocean Eight – 2023 Pinot Gris
Foxeys Hangout – 2023 Morning Sun Pinot Grigio and 2023 White Gates Pinot Gris
Quealy – 2023 Balnarring Pinot Grigio and Musk Creek 2023 Pinot Gris
And the Peninsula also scored highly in other categories including the Port Phillip for its 2022 Farrago Chardonnay and Foxeys Hangout for its 2023 Rose.
Congratulations to everyone.
RACV MORNINGTON PENINSULA.
Great to see so many of our fantastic boutique wineries get a mention in this recent fantastic RACV travel article focusing on our incredible Mornington Peninsula wine region.
Check it out at:
https://www.racv.com.au/royalauto/travel/victoria/best-boutique-wineries-cellar-doors-mornington-peninsula.html
TEN MINUTES BY TRACTOR RESTAURANT WINS TOP GONGS
This incredible winery and restaurant – which was sadly destroyed by fire in February, 2018 – is now well and truly back up and running and has quickly reclaimed its former glory. Ten Minutes By Tractor has just been named as having the Best Wine List of any Australian winery.
A fantastic result for the team after losing so much of its previous wine list in the fire. Amour Of The Grape Tours runs return transport daily for lunch or dinner to this Peninsula icon. To book phone Paul on 0414 704 801.
NEW HOT SPRINGS
Fantastic news. The Mornington Peninsula now has another Hot Springs at the beautiful Alba – right across the road from our world famous Peninsula Hot Springs in Fingal. Tours available every day.
THE ART, WINE AND CHOCOLATE TOUR
We have joined forces with two of our favourite wineries Elan and Mont Rouge as well as local artist Russell Scott for this unique tour combining wine, lunch and chocolate with the chance to create your very own wine glasses. Available on Sundays for groups of four to seven.
ART GALLERY AT ELAN WINERY.
This is a must see. Combine a tasting of the fabulous Gamay wine at Elan winery with a perusal of fantastic art work. Open every weekend in Balnarring.
GIFT VOUCHERS
But for those still hesitant to travel at this time you can still book a tour with us however through our popular gift vouchers. These enable you to choose the date of your tour any time you would like. To order your gift voucher phone Paul on 0414 704 801. Our tours are available every day for small groups of two to seven and include visits to four to five wineries plus a magnificent winery lunch and a glass of wine each. Pick-ups available from Melbourne CBD, southern and eastern suburbs, Frankston Train Station and anywhere across the Peninsula. Wine Tours available as well Beer, Cider and Spirit Tours.
BEER, CIDER AND SPIRITS TOUR
For those of you that aren’t wine drinkers we have a fantastic, exciting alternative for you.
The Dromana Industrial Estate is the Mornington Peninsula’s newest tourist precinct and we have a tour that showcases it all. From cheese to gin to cider to beer to rum, you name it we have it for you.
Check out our new Beer, Cider and Spirits Tour with pick-ups available from Melbourne, Frankston and the Mornington Peninsula. Available Friday to Sunday.
To book phone Paul on 0414 704 801 or check out our website at www.amourofthegrape.com.au for more information.
PENINSULA HOT SPRINGS AND WINERY LUNCH TOUR.
Why not combine the Peninsula’s two best attractions into the one exciting day with our Southern Peninsula winery lunch and Hot Springs package. Package includes entry into the Hot Springs as well as wine tasting, lunch and a glass of wine each at the fabulous Cups Estate next door in Fingal plus return transport to and from your home/accommodation in Melbourne or the Mornington Peninsula.
To book your tour phone Paul on 0414 704 801.
MOONLIT SANCTUARY
Looking for a fun, family friendly day out these school holidays. Why not pay a visit to our fabulous Moonlit Sanctuary in Pearcedale to see Australia’s favourite native animals. Amour Of The Grape Tours is available for return transport to the Sanctuary every day. To book phone Paul on 0414 704 801.
AIRPORT TRANSFERS
Sick of taxis not turning up or being charged a fortune for car parking when you go to Melbourne Airport for your much deserved holiday. I know I am. Take the stress out of travelling by booking a safe, reliable transport service to Tullamarine with Amour Of The Grape Tours. Great service, great rates and available day and night. To book phone Paul on 0414 704 801.
ACCOMMODATION.
If you have yet to book your Mornington Peninsula accommodation feel free to ask for our recommendations when you book a tour with Amour Of The Grape Tours. Some of our personal favourites include Hotel Sorrento, Boathouse Resort Motel in Blairgowrie, Flinders Hotel, Haven in Red Hill, Lindenderry Hotel in Red Hill, Harmony B and B in Fingal and Plantation House in Rye. If you book at any of these beautiful places please tell them Paul from Amour Of The Grape Tours sent you.
BOUTIQUE STAYS AND EXPERIENCES
The Mornington Peninsula has some incredible B and B’s available right across the Peninsula at a range of sizes and prices.
Our friends at Peninsula Retreats and Experiences have several stunning properties and will have luxury accommodation that is just right for you.
Give them a call on 0400 588 791 or visit their website at www.retreatsandexperiences.com.au and tell them that Paul from Amour Of The Grape Tours sent you.
And for more information on everything the Mornington Peninsula has to offer also check out https://www.kayak.com.au/Rosebud.47882.guide .