A bright yellow crate full of vibrant white grapes placed on the floor of the woods, amongst vineyards, during harvest in Puglia, Italy.
September 12, 2016

SmoothRed Harvest Experiences

It’s one of the most exciting times of the year for any viticulture aficionado worth their salt (we know you’re out there) – the end of August sees the northern hemisphere celebrate the harvest.

Table of contents

Across the USA, Spain, France, Italy, Germany, Switzerland, Greece and beyond, vineyards will be at their busiest as they pluck the grapes from their vines and begin the wine-making process anew.

It’s one of the most exciting times of the year for any viticulture aficionado worth their salt (we know you’re out there) – the end of August sees the northern hemisphere celebrate the harvest. Across the USA, Spain, France, Italy, Germany, Switzerland, Greece and beyond, vineyards will be at their busiest as they pluck the grapes from their vines and begin the wine-making process anew.

The open gates of the Dievole Wine Resort, with a path between the cobbled walls and tall lush trees, towards the estate in the verdant Tuscan countryside, in Italy.

Of course, we’ve got a plethora of specialist trips to take full advantage of the season. Head out to Tuscany, perhaps, to throw in a bit of gastronomic excellence with your harvest experience, or tread grapes along the Douro in Porto – or even try your own hand at wine blending in Bordeaux. These trips offer more than just a visit and a tour: they’re the chance to witness a truly special time of the year for wine-makers and the opportunity to get stuck in yourself.

For obvious reasons, these experiences are only available until the end of October, so don’t hesitate – give us a call and we’ll help you get started on what we guarantee will be a truly special trip.

Close up of wine bottles on a shelf
Ready to start planning?

Our team of experts are ready to create a memorable experience, with hotel options, unique tours, exceptional tastings and gourmet meals.

Design my trip