WINE lovers have a limited opportunity to stock up on local wines at significant discounts, with Monichino Wines announcing the closure of its cellar door.
Established in 1962, the Monichino family has been producing wine in Katunga for 64 years, building a proud reputation for handcrafted wines and traditional winemaking methods.
The winery was founded by Carlo Monichino, who migrated to Australia from Italy in 1949 before establishing the Katunga vineyard. The business remains family-run today, with his son Terry Monichino as chief winemaker, daughter Anne Sergi as managing director, and family members continuing to be involved in the operation.
The closing down sale features discounts of up to 50 per cent off on selected wines, offering customers the chance to stock up on favourites or discover something new.
The winery is also known for its Carlo Museum fortified wines, continuing the winemaking tradition Carlo established when he first planted the vineyard.
The 50-year-aged muscat and port are a standout amongst the range, which includes more than 27 varieties, ranging from crisp whites and full-bodied reds, to dessert wines and fortifieds.
Visitors can call in for a wine tasting, speak with the friendly cellar door team and explore the wines available as the cellar door prepares to close in October.
Tasting notes for the range are available through the Monichino Wines website, making it easy to learn more about the wines before selecting your favourites. From October, wine sales will be conducted online only.
The Monichino Wines cellar door is located at 70 Berrys Road, Katunga, and is open Saturdays and Sundays from 11am to 4pm.
For more information and tasting notes, visit www.monichino.com.au
