Our Review
Credit to young James Sexton and especially his parents Tim and Libby, who bought the renowned estate from luminaries Nat and Rosalie White in ’15. Fast forward to today, James has completed his wine science degree from Charles Sturt University and says vineyard management is key. That means reinvigorating the sites, eschewing herbicides and pesticides, all the while working on soil health and changes to canopy management. He’s learnt quickly. There’s always been little room for expansion, but in ’21, neighbours and friends John and Julie Trueman decided to ease into retirement. Now the Trueman Pinot Noir and Chardonnay are part of the Main Ridge Estate family. Distinctly different, as they should be. While respectful of the Main Ridge Estate heritage, the wine labels have undergone a subtle revamp. -JANE FAULKNER
Specialities
Pinot noir, chardonnay
Cellar Door
Information
Family service in historic winery with a sundeck, peaceful open air views and an open fire in winter.
Bookings recommended, but walk-ins accepted when available. Without notice, group sizes are limited to 6 or fewer people.
Level ground access to the winery is available. Closed Christmas Day, Boxing Day, New Year's Days and Good Friday.
Hours
W'ends & public hols 11–5
Details are correct at time of writing
Please check winery website for up to date details
Food
Information
From 12 to 2.30pm, the Sexton family prepares a fixed-price menu that includes light snacks to start followed by their choice of sharing dishes. From 3pm onwards, our Sundowner Menu offers light snacks and cheeseboards to be enjoyed with a glass of wine. Both indoor and outdoor seating is available, with a north-facing deck available in the summer or a fire-warmed dining room in the winter.
Cuisine
Simple sharing dishes, cheeseboards
Hours
W'ends & public hols 11–5
Details are correct at time of writing
Please check winery website for up to date details
Stockist Information
Stockist
Cellar door, online or mailing list only
Details
| Rating |
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| Winemaker |
James Sexton |
| Viticulturalist |
Linda Hodges |
| Traditional Place Name |
Bunurong |
| Region |
Mornington Peninsula |
| Address |
80 William Road, Red Hill, Vic 3937
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| Established |
1975 |
| Dozens |
1000 |
| Vineyards (area) |
3 ha |
| Opening Hours |
W'ends & public hols 11–5 |
| Telephone |
(03) 5989 2686
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| Website |
www.mre.com.au
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| Social Media |
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