Where Wine Meets Art
Pt Leo Estate is the Mornington Peninsula’s most visually ambitious property — a vineyard, restaurant, cellar door, and sculpture park in Merricks that has invested heavily in contemporary art (the sculpture park contains over 50 large-scale works by Australian and international artists, installed across the rolling hillside above the vines with views to Western Port Bay) and in dining (the hatted Laura restaurant serves a tasting-menu format that has earned consistent critical acclaim).
The Art Walk — the sculpture park is the primary draw for non-wine visitors. The 50+ works range from monumental steel and stone pieces to delicate, site-specific installations, displayed across the hillside in a landscape setting that uses the vineyard rows, the coastal views, and the natural terrain as the gallery. The Art Walk takes approximately 1–1.5 hours at a contemplative pace.
Laura restaurant — the hatted dining room serving a multi-course tasting menu with wine pairing. The restaurant’s position (glass-walled, above the vines, with the sculpture park and the bay visible) provides the setting that matches the culinary ambition.
The cellar door offers estate-wine tastings and the casual dining option (the Pt Leo Estate restaurant — a more accessible menu than Laura, with share plates, wood-fired pizza, and the estate wines by the glass).
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the sculpture park free?
The Art Walk is accessible to visitors who book at the cellar door, the restaurant, or the casual dining — check current entry arrangements when booking.
How long should I spend at Pt Leo Estate?
Approximately 2–4 hours for the cellar door, the Art Walk, and a meal (Laura or the casual restaurant). The property is a half-day destination.
Can I visit the Art Walk without dining?
Check the current access arrangements — typically a cellar-door tasting or dining booking provides access to the sculpture park.