FAQ's

Starting times will vary according to the type of event but are generally able to start between noon and 6pm.

For weddings, the bridal party only may arrive up to one hour before the beginning of their event. For showers, dinners and private parties, contracted clients may arrive 30 minutes before their event. Guests will only be given access to the facility a short time before the beginning of the event. No guests or clients are allowed on the grounds before the designated arrival time.

All bridal party members must arrive dressed and ready for the event. Only the bride is permitted to get dressed on premises.

Monterre staff will do all of your set-up and placement of any personal items you may have for your event. All client provided decor must arrive fully assembled and ready to set in place. When you arrive on the day of your event, everything will be completed allowing you to enjoy the day. Some restrictions may apply for client supplied decor.

Event length varies according to the type of event selected. Refer to your pricing brochure for standard event length and any possible additional time.

You may absolutely provide your own DIY centerpieces with some restrictions: 1. No open flames on DIY decor. 2. All centerpieces and decor items must be assembled and ready to be placed prior to delivery at Monterre.

All wedding clients will be scheduled for a one hour rehearsal/drop-off prior to their event. At that time all alcohol, plus personal decor items, signage, guest book, etc., must be delivered. After we bring in your personal items and do a quick review, our Event Coordinator will walk through a ceremony rehearsal with your bridal party. What day your rehearsal-drop-off occurs is dependent on our wedding schedule. At approximately 90- 100 days prior we will begin scheduling rehearsal dates.

We do insist that cards and gifts are removed by the client at the end of the evening. All other items, including vehicles, can be picked up the following day at a time we can determine before you leave from your event. Depending on our event schedule, we generally ask that all personal items be picked up by noon the following day.

The earliest guest arrival is 30 minutes prior to the scheduled start time, although the Reception Hall may not be accessible at that time, with the exception of the restrooms. The latest shuttle departure is 30 minutes following the event end time. Bridal party shuttles/limousines are permitted to arrive one hour in advance of the scheduled start time but must depart no more than 30 minutes after the event end time.

Our tables seat a maximum of eight per table.

Monterre has developed and installed one of the most complex audio, video and lighting systems in the region. We train and employee our own DJs on-site that are familiar with our unique offerings and procedures. Clients can instruct our DJs as much or as little as they like. We provide a detailed DJ information sheet that allows you to relay information directly to your DJ. Monterre DJs are not there to take away the spotlight from the special couple. DJs will be on the microphone to progress your timeline, handle formalities and give friendly reminders to your guests. No stand-up routines, no line dance instruction, no cheesy jokes durng dinner- unless you're in to that sort of thing.

For reasons of copyright, Monterre cannot accept any client supplied commercial music. Self produced music may be provided. We can provide different styles of music in an automated playlist for background music only. Without an actual DJ, no song selections are possible.

Live music is permitted only for ceremonies and outdoor cocktail hours on a case by case basis. Outdoor music is generally restricted to acoustic musicians. Live music is not allowed for dancing.

Vendors are permitted access as early as 11:00am on the event day. Vendors must contact us to schedule their individual drop-offs and arrivals.

Monterre does not produce any wine. As a commercial vineyard we sell our grapes by the ton to local wineries. All alcohol must be supplied by the contracted client only.

Monterre does not permit beer kegs or cans- all beer must be bottled. Alcohol over 100 proof (50% alcohol) is not permitted. Spirits and wine is permitted in 750ml bottles only- no handles or oversized bottles. All alcohol must be delivered to the premise at a pre-determined time at least 24 hours in advance of your event. No additional alcohol may be brought in on the day of your event. Guests are strictly prohibited from suppling their own alcohol or self-serving.

All alcohol must be delivered to Monterre a minimum of 24 hours in advance of your event. Absolutely no alcohol may be brought in the day of the event. Guests are strictly forbidden from bringing alcohol onto the premises.

The Monterre Drink Package included with every event provides Coke, Diet Coke, Sprite, Ginger Ale, Unsweetened Tea, Cranberry Juice, Orange Juice and Pineapple Juice, as well as lemons, limes and cherries.

The bar remains open from the start of your event until 15 minutes before the event end time. No alcoholic drinks will be served after the bar closing time.

The bartenders will take a drink order from the bridal party prior to them leaving the building for the ceremony. The staff will deliver drinks and food to wherever you are taking photos in the vineyard. We will see to it you don't miss out on the festivities.

Bar service begins at the legal starting time of your event. In most cases if the ceremony is on site, bar service is available immediately upon the conclusion of the ceremony. No bar service or consuming of alcohol is permitted in the advanced arrival time indicated for the bridal party.

All unopened containers may be removed the night of your event, or the following day at your designated pickup time. As per the laws of the Commonwealth, you cannot transport open containers of alcohol in your vehicle and any bottle that has been opened for your event will not be permitted to leave the facility. All opened containers are considered forfeit.

Home made beer or wine is not permitted.

As per Pennsylvania guidelines, all persons appearing to be under the age of 30 must present a valid ID to be served an alcoholic beverage. Any individual unable to present a valid ID when requested will not be permitted to be in the possession of alcohol during your event.

Monterre includes bartenders for every event. Self-service of alcohol is strictly forbidden. Monterre will not supply shots or doubles for drinks.

Absolutely. You may have up to two signature cocktails. For outdoor cocktail hour, we take all of your beer and wine options, as well as your signature cocktails for your mixed drink offerings.

While it is difficult to say exactly, we will gladly provide you with quantity estimations based on our experience. We provide all clients with a document to help with estimations, cocktail suggestions and alcohol restrictions.

All contracted clients are provided with a complimentary tasting and consultation prior to selecting their menu items.

Absolutely. We offer customization on all of our menus. You have the ability to choose success, starches, and proteins for your selections. We can also work with dietary restrictions. All menus are simply priced to the individual client's choices.

The initial, complimentary tasting offers a choice of entrees from our most popular selections. Custom tastings are available and are billed on a cost covering basis.

All plated meals must be selected by your guests and submitted to Monterre a minimum of two weeks prior to your scheduled event.

All menus and selections must be completed a minimum of 30 days prior to the scheduled event.

Any vendor that you have for the event, e.g. photographers, videographers, special talent. etc., are considered your guests and must be included in your guest count. Monterre service providers are not added to your guest count.

If you have less guests than the required minimum, you would still be responsible for paying for the minimum relevant to your event.

Outside bakeries are permitted for full sized wedding cakes only. Home baked, or client purchased, foods are strictly prohibited. All third party bakeries are subject to Monterre food service provider requirements and must be approved before client contracting. Food service providers must be licensed, insured and deliver their own product. All food service providers must submit a Certificate of Insurance in order to be considered for approval by Monterre.

Monterre is a commercial vineyard and special events facility. Monterre sells wine grapes by the ton to local wineries but does not produce any wine of its own. Our facility is not open to the public.

Monterre's maximum capacity is 120 including all guests, bridal party members, children and some front of house vendors. Front of house vendors include but are not limited to- photographer, videographer, event painters, etc.

Yes, Monterre's facility is ground level and has bathroom facilities to accommodate guests with disabilities.

Although we do not permit outdoor receptions we do offer outdoor ceremony and outdoor cocktail hour options.

Monterre does not have on-premise overnight accommodations. There are several hotels within a 7 mile radius of Monterre that we work with on a regular basis.

Children are counted with regards to the maximum capacity of Monterre but are not factored into any adult minimum requirements associated with a particular package.

Tents are not permitted.

Smoking is permitted on the front patio only.

Balloons and signs are permitted on the Monterre sign post only.

Outside bakeries are only permitted for full size wedding cakes. All third party bakeries are required to provide Monterre Vineyards with a certificate of commercial liability insurance with a minimum coverage amount of $1,000,000.00 per incident. Bakeries must speak directly with a Monterre representative to discuss individual requirements based on products or services requested. All goods must be prepared off-premise in a licensed and inspected kitchen facility and must be delivered to Monterre by the insured party. All food service providers must be submitted to Monterre Vineyards for approval prior to client contracting.

Home baked, or store bought, goods are not permitted.

No outside food vendors are allowed.

Monterre features a state of the art Magic Mirror touch screen Photo Booth with on-site prints for your guests.