Cova de Toro Tour and Wine Tasting at Estância Paraizo
Resort Crioula and Winery Boutique in the Gaúcha Campaign since 1790!
Wine first
Landscapes of sighingSince 1790, the Paraizo Resort remains under the ownership of the Mercio family, whose roots extend from Portugal, more precisely from the Island of São Jorge, in the Azores Archipelago.
Initially dedicated to livestock and agriculture, the property began the implementation of vineyards in the years 2000, along with the development of the agro-silvo-pastoril project. As of 2011, the production of Cabernet Sauvignon was directed to the creation of the winery's own brand.
The vineyard of the Paraizo Resort covers 3 hectares of the Cabernet Sauvignon variety, imported from Italy, and 2 hectares of the Shiraz variety, imported from South Africa, marking the pioneering of this variety in Brazil and being officially registered in the Ministry of Agriculture.
With the commitment to preserve the quality of the grapes and the wine, vineyards in the estate are aimed at a productivity limited to 7 tons per hectare.
The Paraizo Resort actively participates in the Proceeding Indication project of the Gaúcha Campaign, led by Embrapa, which seeks to establish a geographical indication for the fine wines produced in the region.
In this experience, visitors will be welcomed in the Azorean stone shed of the resort.
On the Cova de Toro Tour, visitors, accompanied by an oenologist, unfolded the vineyards of the property, from where the grapes used in the production of wines come out. In addition to knowing the origin of the grapes, visitors have the opportunity to immerse themselves in the historic battles between Maragatos and Chimangos, which unfolded by these fields. A strategic break allows moments for photos and appreciation of the landscape of the gaucho pampa and the charming Chapel of St. George.
After the visit to the historical site, the experience ends in a tasting conducted by the winemaker in the Galpan of Pedra Açoriano. Here, the participants will embark on a sensory journey for the wines, all carrying the Proceeding Indication Seal of the Gaúcha Campaign and the Bioma Pampa Origin Seal Conservated by Alianza del Pastizal.
The selection includes 4 notable labels, such as Espumante Gaïda Rosé Nature (Syrah), Rosé Zena Wine (Syrah), along with Don (Cabernet Sauvignon), Don Thomaz and Victoria (Cabernet Sauvignon), Camilo 1 (Syrah) and Cova de Toro (Syrah/Cabernet Sauvignon).
When: Saturdays at 3:00 p.m. on prior scheduling.
Value: $ 170 per person.
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