If you’ve been dreaming of a wedding that feels like a romantic escape to the Italian countryside (minus the long-haul flight) then Pietro Gallus Estate will be your dream Tuscan-inspired venue.
Nestled in the rolling hills of Warrandyte South, just 45 minutes from Melbourne’s CBD, this family-owned estate blends the rustic charm of Tuscany with the elegance of fine dining, award-winning spirits, and stunning views over their olive grove.
Whether you’re planning a grand celebration in the Olivigna restaurant, an intimate wedding of up to 60 people in the La Terrazza, or a chic family-only private dinner in The Lounge, here’s your complete guide to weddings at Pietro Gallus Estate.
You’ll feel like you’ve stepped into a Tuscan cantina
From the moment you enter the olive tree-lined driveway, Pietro Gallus envelops you in that rustic, Tuscan warmth, and that unmistakable sense of la dolce vita.
Set on 20 acres of olive groves, vineyard and orchard land, the estate includes:
- A working distillery for making their signature limoncello and grappa
- Farm-to-table restaurant (Olivigna)
- Vine-covered terraces
- Wine tasting bar on a piazza overlooking the olive grove and manicured gardens
- Rolling hills dotted with picnic huts perfect for quiet moments (or even a surprise proposal!)
- And multiple indoor and outdoor wedding spaces
Whether you’re sipping house-made limoncello or dancing under the festoon lights in Olivigna, this is a venue designed for celebrations that feel elevated, yet homely and welcoming.
Wedding Spaces at Pietro Gallus Estate
1. Olivigna Restaurant
The interior of Olivigna features warm tones and traditional, rustic Tuscan setting complete with a large brick fireplace, two feature hanging lights for soft lighting, and a wall of floor to ceiling windows overlooking the olive grove and vines. It’s ideal for couples who want a luxurious yet inviting space, where food, wine, and ambience take centre stage.
I have to say personally, this is my favourite option for weddings at Pietro Gallus Estate as it’s where I had my OWN wedding!
Real wedding: Emma and Harry, full estate wedding (coming soon)
2. La Terrazza
Perfect for: Stylish cocktail-style weddings or intimate seated dinners
- Capacity: 60 seated / 90 cocktail. 40 seated with a dancefloor.
- Style: Light-filled, semi-outdoor space with views of the sunken garden and pool terrace. Perfect sunset views.
- Price: Minimum spend from $7,000 for a cocktail style wedding (40 guests minimum) – $7800 for a sit-down dinner (40 guests minimum). Various add-ons available from time extensions, ceremony package, additional canapes to custom cocktails and even a gelato cart are available.
- Link to full package: Download La Terrazza Wedding Package PDF
La Terrazza is an intimate space in Pietro Gallus Estates signature rustic Tuscan styling featuring herringbone floorboards, and floor to ceiling windows overlooking the sunken garden and swimming pool terrace. It’s an ideal location for spring and summer weddings, or even a chic bridal shower or engagement party.
This space is ideal for cocktail style weddings with plenty of room for up to 90 guests to mingle indoors, in the sunken garden and around the pool terrace and to dance the night away.
It’s an intimate space where guests won’t feel “lost” or the space feel “empty” as can be the case with cocktail style weddings at larger venues.
Real wedding: Leah & Jason in La Terrazza (coming soon)
3. Estate Ceremony on the Piazza
The piazza truly is the perfect location for your ceremony with panoramic views over the olive grove in the distance and the manicured gardens and lemon trees just behind.
There are shaded areas where your guests will sit so no baking them out in the full hot summer sun!
Say your vows beneath blue skies, then stroll through the rows of olive trees and the cypress tree lined driveway for those signature Pietro Gallus Estate wedding photos.
What Makes Weddings at Pietro Gallus Estate So Special?
Let’s be honest: many venues in the Yarra Valley are pretty, but not every venue has a heart like Pietro Gallus.
- In-house limoncello & grappa distilled on-site
- Warm and welcoming team who genuinely care, led by the wonderful wedding coordinator Bridget.
- Customisable menus featuring house-made pasta, slow-cooked meats in a traditional Tuscan style & Italian desserts such as bombolone and tiramisu & of course who could forget, their famous wood-fired gourmet pizzas
- Sunset views over the hills and olive grove
- That hard-to-find balance of authentic Italian charm and rustic styling
About the Restaurant: Olivigna
Even if you’re not getting married here, you have to come for lunch or dinner at Olivigna Restaurant.
With a seasonal, paddock-to-plate menu and a relaxed yet refined setting, it’s become a favourite for locals, day trippers to the Yarra Valley, and wedding couples alike. Oh and I did mention proposals, right? Fun fact, not only did I get married here but I also got engaged here.
Am I obsessed with Pietro Gallus? Honestly, how could I not be?!
Dine in the restaurant or outside on the terrace which is just stunning on a sunny day (no bookings available for the terrace & a limited menu)
- Open: Thursday–Sunday from 11:30am
- Cuisine: Italian farmhouse classics with modern flair. Think hand-rolled gnocchi, slow-roasted lamb shoulder, and tiramisu you’ll dream about later. Grab a bottle of house-made limoncello whilst you’re there and maybe a couple bottles of estate shiraz too and then thank me later!
- Bookings: Reserve your table here
Pro tip: It’s also the perfect spot for a wedding menu tasting or engagement dinner!
Proposal, Pre-Wedding & Next-Day Options
You don’t have to stop at the wedding day.
- Proposal? Book one of the private picnic huts nestled among the olive trees for a beautiful, personal and private moment.
- Bridal Shower? Dine under the vines with your closest girls and some prosecco. There are also cooking classes and distillery tours available for purchase if you are opting for something a little more hands-on.
- Next-Day Recovery? Host a long Italian lunch with family to relive the magic of the night before.
This estate truly offers it all.
Where to Stay Nearby
Need a place to get ready—or crash after dancing under the stars?
Here are some great local stays:
- The Sebel Ringwood – modern suites just 15 minutes away
- Yering Gorge Cottages – luxury bushland villas in the Yarra Valley
The Farmhouse at Meletos – a little further, but worth the drive for Tuscan vibes
📍 Location, Contact & How to Enquire
Pietro Gallus Estate
54–56 Brumbys Rd, Warrandyte South VIC 3134
📞 (03) 9844 4676
✉️ info@pietrogallusestate.com.au
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Book Your Tuscan Inspired Wedding at Pietro Gallus Estate
If you’re searching for a Tuscan inspired wedding venue in Melbourne that combines incredible food, sweeping views, and soulful hospitality, Pietro Gallus Estate should be at the very top of your list.
It’s not just a venue, it’s a place that tells a story.
One of celebration, heritage, family, and really good (amazing, impeccable, better than you’d get in Tuscany) food.
Whether you’re clinking glasses of prosecco beneath the vines or soaking in golden light among the olive trees, this is a setting where memories are made and love feels right at home.And if you’re dreaming of wedding photos at Pietro Gallus Estate that are rich, romantic, and totally “you”, then I’d be honoured to capture them for you. It’s safe to say I know this venue like the back of my hand!
Real Weddings at Pietro Gallus Estate
Emma & Harry, March 2025 (coming soon)
Ceremony & canapes on the Piazza and reception in the Olivigna restaurant.
Leah & Jason, October 2025 (coming soon)
An intimate, family orientated wedding in La Terrazza featuring a surprise, opera-singing waiters!
Upcoming weddings:
Roxanne (La Terrazza), December 2025
Samantha & Matt (La Terrazza), January 2026
Shula & Jacob (The Lounge), February 2026 (these guys are flying down from the Gold Coast JUST because of the Pietro Gallus driveway & it’s authentic Tuscan feel is unmatched)
Laura & Edward (La Terrazza), March 2026
Caitlin & Jake (La Terrazza), March 2027 (these guys stole my wedding anniversary, what a coincidence to be back here on the exact same day!)
Ready to plan your Italian wedding in the Yarra Valley? I’d Love to Photograph It.
Dreaming of getting married in what feels exactly like Tuscany? Let’s chat about how we can bring your dream day to life.
Click here to get in touch or let’s book a time to chat.
With love,
Emma x
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