PRIMO ESTATE
Primo Estate is a family-owned winery based in McLaren Vale, South Australia, known for producing Italian-inspired wines that reflect both heritage and innovation. Founded by Joe Grilli, the winery combines Australian terroir with Italian winemaking traditions, creating distinctive and expressive wines.
McLaren Vale benefits from a Mediterranean climate with warm days and cooling sea breezes, allowing grapes to ripen fully while retaining balance and freshness. The region’s diverse soils contribute to wines with depth, texture, and complexity.
Primo Estate specializes in varietals such as Sangiovese, Merlot, and Shiraz, often crafted in blends that reflect a fusion of Italian and Australian styles. The wines are known for their richness, smooth tannins, and layered flavors of red and dark fruit, spice, and subtle savory notes.
As a unique producer in McLaren Vale, Primo Estate offers premium wines that combine Old World influence with New World fruit expression, appealing to those seeking distinctive and approachable styles.
