Wine XP Platform Suggests Grape Harvesting and Olive Picking Programs

As summer fades into autumn, Portugal bursts with the vibrant energy of grape harvest season! This time of year, which runs from late August to November, depending on the region of Portugal, is marked by intense activity and much-loved traditions throughout the country. Grape harvest season is the beginning of grape picking. Vineyards buzz with activity as workers handpick the grapes that will be transformed into the country’s famous wines. This process is simultaneously a serious activity and a joyous tradition, often ending with communal meals and tastings of local wines (which you can experience!). Depending on the winery, the process can be very manual and still quite traditional, or larger wineries now have a more mechanized process due to the large quantities that need to be harvested and the fact that the winemaking process needs to start quickly. Olive picking is another fundamental aspect of harvest season in Portugal. Families and communities also come together to pick olives, which are then transformed into high-quality olive oil. This process not only supports Portugal’s strong olive oil industry but also strengthens community ties through shared work and celebration! Harvest season is also marked by the gathering of various fruits and vegetables. Markets are overflowing with fresh produce such as peaches, chestnuts, figs, and pumpkins, each playing an important role in traditional Portuguese dishes. In general, harvest season in Portugal is a period of intense activity and collective effort, celebrating the country’s agricultural heritage and the fruits of a year’s labor! These and other activities are available on the WineXP platform, and wine tourists can book directly at: https://www.winexp.pt/pt/experiencias