Gramado: Casa Seganfredo Winery Tour & Wine Tasting Chat

Summary

Family-run Gramado winery chat tour with sparkling reds and cheese

You’ll feel instantly welcomed at Casa Seganfredo in Gramado—chatting with owners, learning how their wines are made, tasting local reds and sparkling varieties paired with cheeses. Expect laughter, small surprises (like a friendly dog or an unexpected tip), and leave feeling like you’ve spent an afternoon among friends rather than on a standard wine tour.

What’s the experience like?

The first thing that happened was I tried to open the wrong gate. There’s a bigger sign further up the drive, but I guess I was distracted by the smell — sort of sweet, grassy, a little earthy — that hits you as soon as you step out in Gramado’s hills. We were met by Ana (she’s one of the owners), who just grinned and waved us over, no big deal. She told us to call her Ana, not Senhora Seganfredo — which made me relax right away.

The “tour” at Casa Seganfredo isn’t really a tour, more like sitting down with someone who actually cares about wine and wants you to care too. Our guide (Ana’s cousin, Paulo) had purple-stained hands and talked about the grapes like they were relatives. He showed us how they use the champenois method for their sparkling wine — I’d heard of it but never saw all those bottles resting in silence, waiting for their moment. There was this cool dampness in the cellar that made me shiver even though it was warm outside.

I didn’t expect to laugh so much during a day trip winery visit in Gramado. Paulo tried to teach us how to swirl properly (“not like you’re mixing soup!”) and gave little tips on pairing — apparently cheese isn’t just cheese here; there were three types, each with its own story. The red left this sort of velvet feeling on my tongue, and the sparkling one tasted almost celebratory, if that makes sense. At one point Ana’s dog wandered through and everyone paused to pet him mid-sentence. It felt like being part of someone’s afternoon instead of just another group passing through.

I still think about that last sip before we left — bright sunlight outside after the cool cellar, Paulo waving goodbye with his grape-stained hand. If you’re looking for a private wine tour in Gramado that feels real (and includes pickup if you ask), this is it.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Guided tour and wine tasting

• Join guided tour at Casa Seganfredo
• Learn wine and juice production process
• Discover champenois sparkling wine method
• Visit wine cellar and storage area
• Enjoy wine tasting with cheese pairing

Top questions

Is Casa Seganfredo Winery wheelchair accessible?

Yes, the winery is wheelchair accessible.

How far is Casa Seganfredo from central Gramado?

It’s about 8km from the center of Gramado.

Is there an English-speaking guide available?

Yes, you can request an English or French-speaking guide when booking.

What does the wine tasting include?

The tasting includes several wines paired with three types of cheese.

Are children allowed on this tour?

Yes, infants and children can join; prams or strollers are welcome.

Is there hotel pickup included?

No hotel pickup by default; check when booking for options.

Are service animals allowed?

Yes, service animals are permitted at Casa Seganfredo.

Do I need to wear a mask during the visit?

Yes, mask use is mandatory as part of sanitary requirements.

What’s included

Your day covers entrance to Casa Seganfredo Winery in Gramado with a relaxed property walk led by a sommelier or family member; you’ll chat about winemaking techniques including the champenois method before sampling several local wines paired thoughtfully with three cheeses—plus guidance on pairing and serving along the way.