Phaedrus Estate

Phaedrus Estate is a boutique, family-run cellar door on Mornington-Tyabb Road, focused on cool-climate Pinot Noir, Pinot Gris, Chardonnay and Roussanne. It is a quiet, unpretentious spot where leashed dogs are welcome on the lawn and grounds, which makes it an easy weekend stop with the dog.

The dog setup. Dogs on a lead are welcome outdoors on the lawn and around the cellar door, but not inside the tasting area. Seating sits outside, often near the vines or on the deck. Bring your own water bowl, as the setup is rustic and one is not guaranteed.

Good to know. Tastings are informal and personal, often run by the owners, with local cheese platters available. Groups are capped at around six, which keeps the atmosphere calm and dog-friendly.

Getting there. The address is 220 Mornington-Tyabb Road, reached easily by car from the Peninsula freeway, with on-site parking in front of the cellar door. Opening is typically weekends, around 11am to 5pm, and no bookings are required, but confirm before you travel.

Nearby with the dogs. Other dog-friendly Moorooduc wineries sit within a short drive, and the Peninsula's dog beaches (check council signage for on-lead and off-lead times) are a reasonable trip on.

When to go. A weekend with fine weather suits this outdoor-only welcome best, since dogs stay on the lawn. Good for a laid-back tasting with plenty of space rather than a wet-weather plan.

Sources

• Cellar Door - Phaedrus Estate · phaedrus.com.au
• Phaedrus Estate - Wine + Wineries · visitmorningtonpeninsula.org
• Dog-Friendly Guide to the Mornington Peninsula - Petstock · petstock.com.au

Compiled from public sources and verified listings. Always confirm current rules with the venue or council before you travel.