Myrtaceae Winery

Myrtaceae is a tiny, family-run cellar door on Main Creek Road, billed as the highest winery on the Mornington Peninsula, and dogs are welcome on lead in the gardens and outdoor tasting areas. It is a quiet, personal stop rather than a big function venue, which is exactly its appeal for a calm dog.

The dog setup. On-lead dogs are welcome in the outdoor and garden areas, and because tastings are intimate and often guided by the owners, dogs stay beside you rather than roaming. There is plenty of open garden space, but bring your own water and bowl, as amenities for dogs are limited at a venue this small. Given the size, it is worth a quick call ahead to confirm space, especially on busy weekends.

Good to know. Established in 1984, Myrtaceae focuses on cool-climate, single-vineyard Chardonnay and Pinot Noir, with tastings in the cellar door or the surrounding gardens. It generally opens weekends only, so check hours before you drive out.

Getting there and parking. The winery sits at 53 Main Creek Road, near the Baldry Road intersection, reached by car via the Mornington Peninsula Freeway. On-site parking is available and relaxed given the small scale.

Nearby with the dogs. You are a short drive from other dog-friendly Red Hill cellar doors and cafes, and the Red Hill area has plenty of on-lead walking to round out the day.

When to go. A weekend afternoon in the garden is the sweet spot; arrive early in the tasting window if you want a quiet table. Good for owners who want a calm, personal cellar door rather than a crowded one.

Sources

• Myrtaceae Winery | Mornington Peninsula · myrtaceae.com.au
• Myrtaceae - Mornington Peninsula Wineries · morningtonpeninsulawineries.com.au
• 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.