Marion Precinct, located in South Australia, is known for its rich viticultural heritage and high-quality wines within the thriving wine industry of the region. The favorable climate, diverse terroirs, and extensive variety of grape cultivars contribute to a vibrant and dynamic wine scene in the Marion Precinct.
Marion Precinct enjoys a Mediterranean climate with dry summers and mild, wet winters, providing optimal conditions for grapevines to flourish. Factors like average temperatures during the growing season and approximately 250 sunny days per year influence the distinct characteristics of the region's wines.
The region is home to various grape varieties, including Shiraz, known for bold flavors suited to warmer climates, Cabernet Sauvignon, delivering structured wines with black currant notes, and Chardonnay, producing elegant wines with citrus and stone fruit flavors in cooler regions.
Patritti Wines, with a rich history dating back to 1907, is a prominent winery in the Marion Precinct. Boasting the world's oldest commercially producing urban vineyard, the Marion Vineyard, Patritti offers guided tastings of award-winning wines sourced from renowned regions like McLaren Vale, Barossa Valley, and Adelaide Hills. Producing traditional and alternative varietal wines, Patritti provides a comprehensive experience of South Australia's diverse viticultural landscape.