This Mornington Peninsula Wine Tour includes a private tour of Point Leo Estate as featured in the Great Art and Wine tour which celebrates the region’s picturesque vineyards and fabulous sculpture collections. Just as Pinot Noir is at the centre of the Mornington Peninsula’s cellar doors, giant sculptures are at the centre of galleries and art spaces. With a love of wine and art, private tour groups are invited to taste wine and admire the outdoor art which constitutes the cultural narrative of the region.
Point Leo Estate
Owned by one of Australia's wealthiest familys, Pt Leo Estate is set on a sprawling grassy hill overlooking Western Port Bay. This curved concrete and stainless-steel building faces a huge expanse of ocean to the south with surrounding vineyard and an ornamental lake sloping to the north. The cellar door/restaurant building is dominated by floor-to-ceiling curved glass that allows natural light in with views of the surrounding sculptures.
In the grounds are significant works by internationally acclaimed artists such as Inge King, Clement Meadmore, Anthony Pryor, Deborah Halpern and Lenton Parr. The permanent collection is displayed against a coastal backdrop. This really is an extraordinary place to wander around and contemplate the works while inside, the restaurant menu is full of local flavours.
A Mornington Peninsula Great Art and Wine Tour visits Pt Leo Estate and spends ample time exploring the sculptures which are the highlight of any gallery visit in the region. Works here capture the imagination and represent some of the best public art found anywhere in Australia. Sound exciting? Plunge in!