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In the world of wine, winemakers normally get all the attention. However, making wines that are true to our region could never happen without a strong team. We’re privileged to find ourselves surrounded by eager and talented people who appreciate our land, vineyards and wines. Every day we learn from each other and are grateful for this shared knowledge.

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Merricks Estate

Situated on lush gentle slopes in sight of Western Port Bay, Merricks Estate was one of the first commercial vineyards, planted in 1978 by the Kefford family.

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Handpicked Wines

Trophy-winning Pinot Noir and Chardonnay are grown at our Capella Vineyard which is Handpicked’s spiritual home and where our winemakers are based.  

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Montalto

Montalto is a place where you can celebrate life, and enjoy a moment out of the ordinary.  

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Ten Minutes by Tractor

Iconic wines, an impressive Cellar Door and Wine Bar and an acclaimed Restaurant next door make it a 'must-visit' destination for wine lovers, offering a range of tasting experiences.

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On the Mornington Peninsula, we grow cool-climate varieties including Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Pinot Gris, producing wines that express the full range of styles from these classic grapes.

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'Preparing the grounds for the next generation.'

ROLLO CRITTENDEN

The drive to create a sustainable, ecologically responsible wine business has been shaped by Rollo’s desire to build on the solid foundation established by his parents Garry and Margaret, and prepare the ground for the next generation.

After studying winemaking at Charles Sturt University, then travelling to California, Oregon, Italy and the Hunter Valley to work vintages and learn as much as he could abroad, returning to the Mornington Peninsula in 2003. At the age of 30, he rejoined the family business and worked hand-in-hand with his Dad to reconnect with the vineyard he helped plant as a five year-old.

 

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PINOT COAST

Perched on the cool, southeast maritime corner of Australia are the ideal ripening conditions for the delicate, seductive Pinot Noir grape.