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Ten Minutes by Tractor

1333 Mornington-Flinders Rd, Main Ridge VIC 3928, Australia

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1333 Mornington-Flinders Rd, Main Ridge VIC 3928, Australia

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HoursMonday: 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM Tuesday: 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM Wednesday: 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM Thursday: 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM Friday: 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM Saturday: 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM Sunday: 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Ten Minutes by Tractor

Main Ridge’s benchmark for cellar-door dining delivers an unhurried, three- to four-hour escape across the vines. Long-table regulars book months out for the multi-course degustation—a steady sequence of local plates like John Dory with grape and yeast or wagyu alongside fermented lettuce. Sommelier pairings pull deep from the estate’s cool-climate Chardonnay and Pinot Noir cellars, while dedicated vegan and gluten-free menus ensure plant-based diners get bespoke courses instead of quiet omissions. The afternoon stretches out past the last savoury bite to caramelized apple, Basquitou cheese, and views straight down the vineyard rows.

  • Unhurried Degustation Pacing: Multi-course tasting menus paced deliberately across three to four unhurried hours.
  • Estate Cellar Pairings: Estate Pinot Noir and cool-climate Chardonnay backed by extensive vintage cellar depth.
  • Bespoke Dietary Menus: Fully developed parallel menus crafted specifically for plant-based, vegan, and celiac guests.

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Why Dine with Ten Minutes by Tractor

Why discerning diners choose Ten Minutes by Tractor for milestone celebrations and destination tasting menus.

  • Deliberately Paced Multi-Hour Tasting Experience

    Multi-course menus unfold across three to four hours without rushing, creating an immersive, unhurried fine-dining retreat.

    The pacing was spot on and, despite being there for a few hours, the afternoon seemed to disappear.

    mj b
  • Immersive Destination Fine Dining

    A destination culinary journey that pairs world-class dish architecture and serene vineyard panoramas for an exceptional dining occasion.

    worth the drive to enjoy the wonderful top tier dining experience

    Polo Eats.
  • Royalty-Calibre Warmth and Pampering

    Staff deliver personalized, deeply attentive hospitality that leaves guests feeling thoroughly pampered from arrival to departure.

    treated like royalty from the moment we entered

    Vanessa Canning
  • Confidence in Destination-Worthy Value

    World-class culinary precision and attentive cellar-side service ensure guests leave reassured that the journey was an exceptional investment.

    It was expensive but well worth the cost for such a wonderful experience.

    Kate Watson
  • Bespoke Plant-Based and Dietary Menus

    Dedicated plant-based and allergen-conscious menus are designed as distinct, creative culinary compositions rather than basic omissions.

    the vegan options for me were carefully created rather than simply the usual food with a subtraction.

    Rachel Burrows
  • Integrated Estate Cellar Door and Pairings

    Degustation courses are seamlessly integrated with estate-grown vintages, curated global pairings, and knowledgeable cellar door hosts.

    Had a great wine tasting at the cellar and lunch at the restaurant. Robin was so knowledgeable about wine.

    Grace Nguyen

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful hospitalities and bespoke touches that elevate a destination winery degustation.

  • Team-Signed Milestone Cards

    For celebrations such as anniversaries, the staff take the extra care to present a card signed by the whole restaurant team.

  • Curated Dietary and Plant-Based Craftsmanship

    Rather than simply omitting ingredients, plant-based and celiac dining is handled with purpose-crafted dishes and gluten-free equivalents that preserve the complexity of the full tasting experience.

  • Curated Intermission Before Desserts

    During the multi-hour degustation service, guests are offered a thoughtful pause before dessert courses to unwind and enjoy the vineyard views at their own pace.

  • High-Touch Concierge and Transport Assistance

    When external rideshares faltered, staff stepped in directly to arrange guest transport, paired with hands-on touches like meeting the owner for private wine previews.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long should you allow for dining?

Allow between 3 to 4 hours for the multi-course degustation experiences, such as the 8-course signature menu or 5-course lunch, as the meal is served at an unhurried, relaxed pace.

Can the tasting menu accommodate dietary requirements?

Yes, the kitchen accommodates celiac, gluten-free, vegan, and vegetarian diets with dedicated, carefully prepared substitutes rather than basic dish subtractions.

Do you need to book in advance?

Yes, reservations are accepted and strongly recommended well ahead of time, especially for summer visits and weekend dining.

Can you visit just for a wine tasting?

Yes, in addition to the fine dining restaurant, there is a cellar door on-site offering wine tastings, which can be visited on its own or paired with lunch.

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