"I would feel more optimistic about a bright future for man if he spent less time proving that he can outwit Nature and more time tasting her sweetness and respecting her seniority." E. B. White (1899 - 1985)

French Island wine is a young boutique winery located at historical Long Point Homestead on the pristine shores of French Island in Victoria's Westernport Bay.

Owned by the Hatton family a selection of their wine is available at the Hotel Front lounge,

Owned and operated by Peter Hatton it produces quality wines with unique characteristics derived from the pristine natural environment. Now in their third vintage, French Island Vineyards (FIV) has twice received the bronze award for its 2003 and 2004 French Island Pinot Gris from wine industry magazine, Winestate. The pinot gris is handmade by renowned Australian winemaker Clare Halloran. Also in high demand, is the pinot noir and chardonnay that are yet to be entered for industry awards.

Try the Pinot Gris or Pinot noir in the front lounge or;
Go to www.fiv.com.au

French Island Vineyard


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