winery · Garibaldi, RS
Cooperativa Vinícola Garibaldi
Founded in 1931, the cooperative brings together hundreds of grape-growing families and is known for its sparkling wines. Guided tours tell the winery's story and include tastings.
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About Cooperativa Vinícola Garibaldi
The Cooperativa Vinícola Garibaldi is one of the best-known wineries in Serra Gaúcha and is in the Centro neighborhood of Garibaldi, the sparkling wine town. Behind it are hundreds of families of small grape growers from the region.
The cooperative was founded in 1931 by grape growers descended from Italian immigrants, who joined forces to make and sell their own wine. Over time it grew and became known mainly for its sparkling wines, as well as wines and grape juices.
The guided tour shows how grapes become wine and sparkling wine. It goes through rooms with large wooden casks, fermentation tanks and old equipment used in the cooperative's early days. There's also a cellar where the tasting takes place inside a giant wooden cask. Tours end with a tasting, and the winery also offers themed food and wine pairing experiences.
It's a good outing if you want to understand cooperative work, typical of Serra Gaúcha, and learn about sparkling wine in a simple way. It appeals to couples, groups and families. Tastings are for those 18 and over only.
Before you go
Practical information
How much time to set aside
Set aside 1 to 2 hours, depending on the tour or experience you choose.
Best time
Worth it all year, since the visit is indoors; during the vindima, in summer, the town is caught up in the grape harvest.
How to get there
It's on Avenida Independência, in the Centro neighborhood of Garibaldi, near the town center. Garibaldi is about 110 km from Porto Alegre through Serra Gaúcha and very close to Bento Gonçalves.
Tip
Tours and experiences must be booked: check times and reserve through the official channel before you go. If you're driving, agree on who will skip the tasting.
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Cooperativa Vinícola Garibaldi in pictures
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Frequently asked questions about Cooperativa Vinícola Garibaldi
Does the Cooperativa Vinícola Garibaldi offer tours?
Yes. There's a guided tour of the history and production, with a tasting at the end, plus themed pairing experiences. Booking is required; check times on the official website.
When was the Cooperativa Vinícola Garibaldi founded?
In 1931, by local grape growers who joined together as a cooperative. Today it brings together hundreds of member families in Serra Gaúcha.
What do you see on the Vinícola Garibaldi tour?
Rooms with large wooden casks, fermentation tanks, old equipment from the early days and a cellar with a tasting inside a giant cask. The guide explains the journey from grape to bottle.
Where is the Cooperativa Vinícola Garibaldi?
On Avenida Independência, in the center of Garibaldi (RS), about 110 km from Porto Alegre and near Bento Gonçalves.
Can children visit the winery?
They can join the tour with their parents, but alcohol tastings are for those 18 and over only. Check the rules for each experience when you book.