Flores da Cunha

Flores da Cunha is a municipality in Rio Grande do Sul situated at around 750 meters elevation, defined by hillside vineyards and traditional Italian stone houses. The region spans three administrative districts and maintains this distinctive combination of agricultural land and architectural heritage.

The area evolved from the Nova Trento settlement to an independent municipality in 1924, following Italian immigration waves between 1876 and 1892. These periods of settlement established the foundation for the wine industry and regional identity that define the place today.

Italian roots shape daily life here through language, building styles, and local customs that visitors notice walking through the region. The Talian dialect remains spoken in shops and homes, connecting people to their heritage in practical ways.

Numerous wineries throughout the region offer tours and tastings that can be arranged year-round through local contacts. The elevation and hillside terrain require comfortable footwear, and exploring involves some walking across varied slopes.

The region holds status as Brazil's largest wine producer, cultivating varieties like Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon at an elevation unusual for the country's southern climate. This altitude advantage allows grape growing that would otherwise be uncommon for this part of Brazil.