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The Cups Estate

269 Browns Rd, Fingal VIC 3939, Australia

Recommended by 80 people

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269 Browns Rd, Fingal VIC 3939, Australia

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+61 499 497 697
HoursMonday: 11:00 AM – 4:30 PM Tuesday: Closed Wednesday: Closed Thursday: 11:00 AM – 4:30 PM Friday: 11:00 AM – 4:30 PM Saturday: 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM Sunday: 11:00 AM – 4:30 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About The Cups Estate

Perched over Fingal valley, this boutique winery delivers a disciplined multi-course tasting menu paired with estate-grown vintages and house-pressed olive oil. Seating roughly thirty indoors beside rolling vines, the dining room trades banquet chaos for intimate pacing. Regulars point to the duck agnolotti and crisp Chardonnay poured against views of the olive groves.

  • Chef's Tasting Menu: A cohesive set sequence paired with estate wines and house olive oil, spotlighting plates like duck agnolotti.
  • Intimate Dining Footprint: Seating roughly 30 guests indoors alongside an outdoor terrace overlooking rolling vineyard hills and olive groves.
  • Peninsula Getaway Base: Positioned minutes from Fingal hot springs and spas, ideal for unhurried day-trip lunches.
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The Cups Estate Experience

Why guests choose The Cups Estate for peninsula lunches and relaxed celebrations

  • Refined Chef's Tasting Experience

    Multi-course menus showcase thoughtful execution, balanced culinary flavours, and seamless estate wine pairings.

    Every course was beautifully presented and full of flavour, showcasing the best of local produce and culinary creativity.

    Mike Craig

  • Captivating Vineyard Vistas

    Intimate, scenic dining delivers uninterrupted views across the vines, olive groves, and rolling peninsula hills.

    From the moment we arrived, the view across the vines set the tone for a relaxed and memorable afternoon.

    Tracy Norman

  • Homestyle Boutique Hospitality

    An intimate salon and terrace create a warm, unpretentious setting that makes guests feel genuinely hosted.

    The experience felt as if we'd been welcomed into someone's home.

    Craig Dodd

  • Thoughtful Dietary Care

    Attentive front-of-house and kitchen teams effortlessly tailor courses to accommodate strict allergies and dietary needs.

    They prepared everything safely and even made him a special nut-free birthday dessert.

    Rukhsar Namah Suleymani

  • Ideal Hot Springs Day Trip Pairing

    Conveniently positioned mere minutes from Alba and Peninsula Hot Springs, making it ideal for getaway itineraries.

    Located a 2min drive from Alba and the Peninsula Hot Springs.

    Louise Taylor

  • Exceptional Regional Dining Value

    An accessible, high-standard estate degustation offering exceptional quality and cellar door value.

    This little winery punches way above its weight in terms of an exceptional value dining experience

    Rye Local

Estate tasting menu favorites and standout dishes from the kitchen

  • Chef's Menu

    experienced their Chef’s Menu – absolutely outstanding! Every course was beautifully presented and full of flavour, showcasing the best of local produce and culinary creativity.

    Mike Craig

  • Lamb dish

    The lamb dish was the highlight for me – perfectly cooked, tender, and rich in flavour. Each bite was a standout.

    Mike Craig

  • Duck agnolotti

    My favourites are the focaccia with chicken skin butter, scallop and duck agnolotti.

    Huiyu Koay

  • Focaccia with chicken skin butter

    My favourites are the focaccia with chicken skin butter, scallop and duck agnolotti.

    Huiyu Koay

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful hospitality, custom allergy care, and estate-grown touches that elevate dining in Fingal

  • Bespoke Celebration Touches & Allergy-Safe Desserts

    Guests celebrating birthdays receive tailored touches, including custom nut-free desserts prepared specifically for severe allergies.

  • Seamless Dietary & Allergy Adaptations

    The team seamlessly adapts multi-course tasting menus for dietary intolerances, such as preparing dedicated seafood-free courses without compromising menu flow.

  • Personal Owner Hospitality & Storytelling

    Owners and staff personally host the intimate 30-seat room, sharing estate insights and making visitors feel as if welcomed into someone's home.

  • Estate-Pressed Olive Oil & Guided Course Introductions

    Alongside estate-crafted wines, courses feature the estate's own pressed olive oil and detailed course-by-course introductions by knowledgeable staff.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need to book a table in advance?

Advance reservations are strongly advised, especially if you wish to secure a window table overlooking the vineyard. While some walk-ins can drop in for casual visits, dining seating indoors is intimate (seating around 30 guests) and fills up quickly.

How does the dining menu work?

The dining experience centers around a multi-course seasonal Chef's tasting menu (around 5 to 6 courses) showcasing regional produce and estate olive oil, with options to add sides like truffle fries or pair courses with estate wines. Guests who prefer lighter fare can also opt for a wine tasting with a cheese board.

Can the kitchen cater to special dietary requirements and allergies?

Yes. The kitchen and service staff accommodate dietary requirements seamlessly, having successfully prepared safe nut-free meals, seafood-free substitutions, and dedicated vegetarian set menus. Be sure to notify staff of any allergies or requirements when booking.

What should I know about indoor versus outdoor seating?

Outdoor dining on the terrace offers lovely vineyard views in shaded areas, but Victoria's weather can be unpredictable. If strong winds pick up, outdoor tables are quite exposed, and outdoor bookings may have to be cancelled if it rains due to limited indoor capacity. In addition, the indoor dining room can get quite loud and echoey when full.

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