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Pt. Leo Estate: Wine, Art and Coastal Views
On Victoria’s Mornington Peninsula, Pt. Leo Estate combines a winery and cellar door with an outdoor sculpture park and dining venues. Its vineyard setting looks out towards Western Port and Phillip Island.
MelbourneUpdated 30 Sept 2026
Discover Pt. Leo Estate
Located in Merricks on the picturesque Mornington Peninsula, Pt. Leo Estate is a premier winery and visitor destination combining world-class wine, exceptional dining, contemporary art, and breathtaking coastal views just a short drive from Melbourne.
Key Highlights & Experiences
- Vineyard & Cellar Door
- Cool-Climate Excellence: The estate's maritime climate is ideal for producing acclaimed cool-climate varieties, particularly Chardonnay and Pinot Noir.
- Cellar Door Tasting: Featuring floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking rolling vineyards and Western Port, offering guided tastings led by knowledgeable sommeliers.
- World-Class Outdoor Sculpture Park
- Scale & Scope: One of Australia's largest privately owned sculpture parks, set across sprawling grounds.
- Art Collection: Showcases over 70 large-scale, contemporary pieces by prominent Australian and international artists.
- The Experience: Meandering pathways guide visitors through vineyards and native landscapes, creating a stunning dialogue between art, nature, and the ocean.
- Exceptional Dining
- Pt. Leo Restaurant: Offers a sophisticated dining experience celebrating local, seasonal produce with a paddock-to-plate philosophy.
- Laura: A multi-award-winning fine dining restaurant delivering an intimate, art-inspired degustation menu.
- The Wine Terrace: A more relaxed, outdoor dining option perfect for casual bites paired with panoramic views of the estate and sea.
Practical Visitor Information
- Location: 3649 Frankston-Flinders Rd, Merricks VIC 3916 (Mornington Peninsula).
- Getting There: Approximately a 1 hour 15 minute to 1 hour 30 minute drive from Melbourne CBD, depending on traffic.
- Visitor Tips:
- Allow at least 3 to 4 hours to fully enjoy the sculpture park, cellar door, and dining.
- The sculpture park is an outdoor walking experience—comfortable shoes and weather-appropriate gear are recommended.
- Advanced bookings are strongly recommended for the restaurants and sculpture park entry, particularly on weekends and holidays.
Tips for your visit
- Allow time to explore the sculpture park as well as the cellar door; the grounds have walking paths of different lengths.
- Consider booking a restaurant table in advance, especially for weekends and busy periods.
- Check the estate’s official website for current opening hours, admission details and dining availability before setting out.
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