The Art of Cheese & Wine

Delight in a guided tasting experience featuring four delicious Rahona wines, each thoughtfully matched with artisan-crafted, locally made cheese. This is a relaxed, seated tasting at our Dromana cellar door, celebrating cool-climate wine and the best of Mornington Peninsula cheese.

Crafted from a selection made by local artisan cheese makers – including The Truffet Emporium, Main Rdge Dairy, and Boat Shed Cheese. – this experience showcases a curated line-up of goat, cow and buffalo milk cheeses with seasonal accompaniments that will surprise and delight. Embark on this indulgent journey and discover the perfect union of cheese and wine.

During The Art of Cheese and Wine experience, you will enjoy:

  • A guided tasting of four Rahona wines – featuring a selection from our sparkling and cool-climate still range
  • Four matched artisan cheeses (whihc may include goat, cow and buffalo milk) from leading Mornington Peninsula producers
  • Carefully chosen accompaniments to enhance each pairing
  • An introduction to the principles of cheese and wine pairing – acidity, texture, intensity and flavour
  • Insights into the Mornington Peninsula’s cool-climate wine styles and our small-batch, hand-crafted approach

Allow approximately 45–60 minutes for this seated tasting.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does the experience run?
Please allow around 45–60 minutes for the guided tasting.

Do you cater for dietary requirements?
Where possible, we will do our best to accommodate dietary needs or preferences. Please let us know when booking so we can advise on available options.

Is this suitable for non-wine drinkers or designated drivers?
Yes. Non-drinkers and designated drivers are welcome – we can offer a selection of non-alcoholic options so everyone feels included.

Can I buy the wines and cheeses I taste?
Our wines are available to purchase at the cellar door, and some cheeses are available for purcahse. If we do not have stock for purchase, we can point you towards our local cheese partners for retail purchases of their cheeses.