Books and Ideas at Port Phillip Estate
Friday 17 July – Stan Grant
Drawing wisdom from an array of thinkers and artists, including Plato, Simone Weil, Cormac McCarthy, Thomas Aquinas and even Radiohead, Stan Grant’s expansive and philosophical new book When Words Fail Us invites readers to reconsider the meaning and necessity of silence in an age of noise and relentless distraction.
In the first of our new series presented in partnership with The Wheeler Centre, guests will enjoy a special two-course dinner set against sweeping views of Western Port Bay. Following dinner, Grant will explore how words can fail to meet the moment in the context of Australia’s history, identity and political division. With host Jason Steger.
Pre-talk dinner
Dining Room pre-talk dinner 6.30-8pm
Two courses including sides
Beverages on consumption
Tickets
Talk and pre-show dinner $160
Presented in Partnership with The Wheeler Centre
BOOKS and IDEAS
The alchemy of architecture, food and wine.
Proprietors
Gjergja Family
Winemaker
Tim Perrin
Viticulturist
Stuart Marshall
An architectural landmark, Port Phillip Estate is one of Australia’s most exciting food and wine destinations.
A Spectacular Site
The monumental limestone rammed earth walls spiral from the earth and heighten anticipation of what lies within.
Inside, the light-filled Dining Room and Cellar Door open to an expansive outdoor deck with spectacular views.
The architecture is the embodiment of the pervasive philosophies of sustainability, quality and expression of place.
A Sense of Place
Located on the Mornington Peninsula, one of Australia’s foremost cool-climate maritime wine regions, the domain is a specialist Chardonnay, Pinot Gris and Pinot Noir producer.
The abstract sculptural form nestles into the landscape.
The dramatic staircase descends into the subterranean belly of the building.
Spectacular panoramic views over undulating vineyards and the coast.