Galli Estate Winery

The Galli Estate Story

Galli Estate was the vision of Tuscan born Lorenzo Galli who came to Australia in the 1950’s.  It was moving full circle for Lorenzo, whose family had made wine in Italy for generations.

Two vineyard sites were carefully selected, in the Heathcote and Sunbury wine regions of Victoria.  Each was planted with grape varieties that ideally suited their individual soils and climate.

Heathcote
In 2001 Lorenzo and his wife Pamela developed their 260 acre Heathcote vineyard known as Camelback after the nearby Camel Ranges.

The Camelback vineyard features Shiraz, a variety now recognised as producing exceptional wines in Heathcote, along with smaller plantings of two other “Rhone” varieties; Viognier and Grenache.  In keeping with Lorenzo’s innovative nature, the balance is planted with less common grapes such as Sangiovese, Tempranillo and Nebbiolo, which all show exciting potential.

The Camelback vineyard has a cellar door facility which is open by appointment.

Sunbury
Established in 1997 the Galli Estate Winery occupies 120 acres just 40 minutes northwest of Melbourne CBD.  Along with the vineyard, there is a state of the art winery, cellar door and restaurant.

Grapes such as Chardonnay, Pinot Grigio, and Sauvignon Blanc grow beautifully here, along with characterful Shiraz, and Cabernet Sauvignon.  Further development is continuing with plantings of some exciting new Italian varietals.

Galli Estate Cellar Door & Restaurant
Galli Estate Winery boasts an impressive Cellar Door & Restaurant complex. The striking steel arched building offers sweeping views over the vines, and is home to one of the best restaurants in the area.

The award winning Galli Restaurant offers a range of options including a la carte dining and light lunches in a relaxed vineyard atmosphere.  During the cooler months you can enjoy the warmth of the large open fire.