Ten Minutes By Tractor

Ten Minutes by Tractor is an Australian winery located on the Mornington Peninsula in Victoria. The estate takes its name from the time it takes to drive a tractor between the various vineyard blocks that comprise the property. The winery focuses on producing wines from classic cool-climate varieties suited to the peninsula's maritime conditions.

The Mornington Peninsula is recognized as one of Australia's premier cool-climate wine regions, characterized by its proximity to Bass Strait and Port Phillip Bay. The maritime influence creates ideal conditions for Pinot Noir and Chardonnay, with the region's volcanic soils and moderate temperatures allowing these varieties to develop complexity while retaining natural acidity. The peninsula's winegrowing areas benefit from afternoon sea breezes that help extend the ripening period.

Ten Minutes by Tractor's current range demonstrates their focus on these signature peninsula varieties, producing both Chardonnay and Pinot Noir under their 10X label. These wines reflect the estate's commitment to expressing the distinctive terroir characteristics that have made the Mornington Peninsula a respected name in Australian cool-climate winemaking.