Meet the Team
Chris and Marie are partners in life and in wine... and the proud new owners of Cote de Vaudreuil. Together, they bring a shared love of creativity, craftsmanship, and great wine to the vineyard. Blending Marie’s winemaking expertise with Chris’s vision and storytelling, they are building a new chapter in the winery's history and contributing to the growth and excitement of Quebec’s wine industry.
Chris Zacchia
Vibes
A natural storyteller with over 20 years experience in business, sales, and marketing, Chris has turned his passion for wine into a mission to craft and share memorable experiences. At Côte de Vaudreuil, he brings bold vision and creative strategy, leading brand development and forging partnerships that elevate the winery’s presence. He plays a key role in shaping the identity, voice, and growth of the vineyard.
Marie-Elaine Dufour
Winemaker/Wine-drinker
Marie-Elaine Dufour is the winemaker at Côte de Vaudreuil, bringing scientific precision and a global, refined outlook to every bottle she crafts. After completing her PhD and exploring renowned wine regions around the world, she now channels that expertise into creating thoughtful, expressive Québec wines. She is inspired by our terroir and aims to create wines that embody elegance, character, and a true sense of place.
Serge Primi
Consultant, Former Owner
Serge Primi, alongside his wife Christiane, acquired Cote de Vaudreuil in 2006 and spent nearly two decades shaping it into the vineyard it is today. Serge led the vineyard’s planting and winemaking, helping establish its reputation for quality.
Today, he remains involved as a consultant and mentor, sharing his expertise with the next generation as the vineyard continues to evolve.
Wine Agents
Julie and Jean-François run Vintage & Associés, uniting their complementary backgrounds in wine marketing and sales. From a startup built on passion, they grew into key ambassadors for Quebec wines. Today, they continue to champion regional producers while evolving their innovative, family-run wine business.