Montalto has really set the benchmark of what a winery should be… in my view anyway.
Awarded one hat by The Age Good Food Guide for a good reason… and its not just the food that impresses!
Entree we have Tuna avocado tartare with lemon and ginger vinaigrette. Very light and perfectly balanced. Lacked a bit of punch though. 8/10
Entree, Scallops and beets with a raspberry vinaigrette.. Delish! 9/10.
For main, the eye fillet is cooked medium rare to perfection and paired with celeriac puree, asparagus and glazed shallots… YUM! 9/10
Main Course – Loin of Lamb, very tender is paired with some herbed gnocchi, peas and shaves Parmesan… very hearty yet sophisticated… 8/10.
As always we are extremely full by the time desert comes. I try not to have desert… but cant resist to have a bite or to as always! So desert is usually for “2” (sharing is caring!). This tasted a lot better than it looks… perfectly moist flour less chocolate fudge with a very light chocolate mousse is not too sweet at all! In fact i regret not devouring the whole one alone! Big Tick here.. 9/10.
Floor to ceiling windows overlooking the fabulous winery in which you can soak up the true feeling of Red Hill and the fabulous Mornington Peninsula.
You may also take a stroll through the vineyard afterward to truly experience all Montalto has to offer.
There is also a cafe next to the restaurant which has a garden like setting with seats set outside the winery for a more casual lunch.
Highly recommended.
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