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Rapazzini Winery

Field Details
Founder Jon Rapazzini
Current Owners Alex & Charles Larson (brothers, purchased 2000)
Address 4350 Monterey Rd, Gilroy, CA
Phone (800) 842-6262
Web Site http://www.rapazziniwinery.com / https://rapazzini.wine
Email [email protected]
Founded 1962
Anniversary 61st Anniversary (2023)
Status Possibly closed (conflicting reports)

History

1962: Jon Rapazzini opened winery at intersection of Highways 101 and 25 south of Gilroy.

2000: Jon Rapazzini and wife Zondra sold winery and The Garlic Shoppe to friends and former employees, brothers Alex & Charles Larson.

Alex and Charles Larson are fourth generation Gilroy residents on their mother's side (Balanesi family).

Current Status

Unclear - Yelp lists as "CLOSED" (February 2026), but other sources show 2026 listings. Website celebrates 61st anniversary. Current operational status uncertain.

Sources

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