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Pinot Gris is one of the most expressive white varieties, shaped by vineyard site and winemaking style. On the Mornington Peninsula, the maritime climate and diverse soils bring a distinctive edge to Montalto Pinot Gris - wines that balance richness and texture with aromatic freshness. From our vineyards in Tuerong and Red Hill, Pinot Gris takes on new layers of complexity while remaining refreshingly food-friendly.
Montalto Pinot Gris is known for its aromatic intensity and textural depth:
· Fruit spectrum - Nashi pear, baked apple, stone fruits, lychee, citrus rind.
· Spice & floral lift - cinnamon, star anise, white florals, talc.
· Texture - rich and oily yet refined, with saline minerality, almond and cashew notes, lifted by bright natural acidity.
The result is a Pinot Gris that is expressive, layered and distinctly cool-climate in style.
Montalto Pinot Gris 2024
Highly expressive, showing baked Nashi pear, ripe stone fruits, lychee, orange blossom and star anise on the nose. The palate layers baked pear and apple with lime rind, cinnamon spice, almond, cashew and a subtle saline edge. Concentrated yet fresh, this is a Pinot Gris of refinement and complexity.
Montalto Pennon Hill Pinot Gris 2024
Sourced 90% from Tuerong and 10% from our Red Hill Vineyard, this wine highlights subregional character. Aromas of Nashi pear, green apple, talc, beeswax and sherbet lead into a textural palate of green apple, lemon, ground spice, limestone and saltbush. Vibrant, crisp and varietally true, it’s an approachable yet layered style.
Montalto Pinot Gris is frequently recognised for its combination of aromatic purity, textural weight and cool-climate freshness. These qualities place our Gris among the most distinctive examples from Victoria and across Australia.
Pinot Gris is one of the most versatile whites for food. Pair Montalto Pinot Gris with:
· Roast pork with crackling or poultry dishes.
· Fresh seafood and shellfish.
· Creamy pasta or risotto with mushrooms.
· Asian-inspired dishes featuring ginger, lemongrass or mild spice.
Serve chilled at 8 - 10°C to highlight its fruit and minerality.
Taste Pinot Gris where it’s grown - join us at the Montalto Cellar Door (open daily, 11am - 5pm) for a guided tasting of our white wines. Extend your visit:
The Restaurant at Montalto - multi-course set menus by Head Chef Adam Johnston, showcasing seasonal estate-grown produce matched with our wines.
The Piazza at Montalto - relaxed, open-air dining overlooking the Red Hill vineyard and Sculpture Trail.
What does Montalto Pinot Gris taste like?
Expect Nashi pear, apple and stone fruits, lifted by spice and florals, with textural richness balanced by saline minerality and bright acidity.
Is Montalto Pinot Gris dry or sweet?
Both the Montalto Pinot Gris and Pennon Hill Pinot Gris are dry styles, crafted to highlight freshness, texture and food pairing versatility.
Which Montalto Pinot Gris should I choose?
Montalto Pinot Gris 2024 - concentrated, layered and refined, ideal for collectors or richer food pairings.
Pennon Hill Pinot Gris 2024 - vibrant, approachable and varietally expressive, perfect for everyday enjoyment.
How should Pinot Gris be served?
Chill to 8 - 10°C and serve in a white wine glass to capture both aromatics and texture.
What food pairs best with Pinot Gris?
Seafood, roast pork, creamy pasta and Asian-inspired dishes work beautifully with Pinot Gris’ balance of fruit and savoury spice.
