Journal

6:00 AM – Early Morning Arrival
The vineyard greets us with a crisp, golden morning, the air fresh with the scent of dewy earth and ripe fruit. Armed with baskets and clippers, we gather in teams, ready to start the harvest. There’s a buzz of excitement as we prepare to collect the season’s bounty.

7:30 AM – The First Cut
The sun begins to rise, casting warm light over the vineyard. We start carefully clipping the grape clusters from the vines, ensuring each bunch is fully ripened. It’s a delicate process—too much haste could bruise the fruit, and precision is key. The grapes are cool to the touch, still holding the morning chill.

10:00 AM – Sorting the Grapes
By mid-morning, baskets overflow with clusters. At the sorting table, we meticulously check each bunch, removing any underripe or damaged grapes. Only the best will make it into the wine, a testament to the winery’s commitment to quality.

12:00 PM – Lunch Among the Vines
We pause for a well-earned break, sharing bread, cheese, and laughter under the shade of the vines. The vineyard hums with life, a gentle reminder of the connection between the land and the wine it produces.

2:00 PM – The Final Push
The afternoon heat sets in, and the pace slows slightly. Still, the team works steadily, determined to finish the day’s harvest. The rows we’ve already completed gleam in the sun, their vines now bare, as we collect the last baskets of the day.

5:00 PM – Delivery to the Cellar
The harvested grapes are transported to the winery, where the next phase begins. Winemakers inspect the day’s collection, ready to turn these perfect clusters into the first stages of wine. It’s satisfying to see the culmination of a day’s hard work, knowing it’s just the beginning of the wine’s journey.

6:00 PM – Reflection
As the sun sets over the vineyard, we gather for a moment of quiet appreciation. Each grape collected today holds the potential for a great vintage, and there’s a shared sense of pride among us. Harvesting grapes is more than a task; it’s a tradition, an art, and a labor of love that connects us to the land and its timeless rhythms.

Manager L.