Harvest and Breakfast in Primitivo Vineyard

Get up before sunrise as the busy local farmers do and join Vincenzo and Tonino in the countryside outside of Manduria, a region renowned for its incredible wines, including the Primitivo, Madrigale, Malvasia e Negroamaro. It is likely that their local crew will be there already at work harvesting grapes, so why not join the fun? Grab some shears and learn how to harvest the grapes by hand as the locals do.

That early in the morning, you likely will enjoy a gorgeous sunrise as you find yourself surrounded by acres and acres of grapes as far as the eye can see. You then will be introduced to the locals, who will be happy to share the history of their land with you from generations back. Ask them any questions to learn more about the process and their craft. A great reward awaits you after a couple of hours harvesting (or earlier, if you are tired) ― an array of homemade breakfast treats such as espresso, cappuccino biscotti, cheese, bread, figs, and more will be ready for you to enjoy right there in the middle of a southern Italian vineyard.

Before heading out, you will walk through the wineries to look at varieties and perhaps get to meet other locals harvesting their crops. One final stop before this incredible Experience comes to a close ― you’ll make a visit to the local Wine Museum, where all you have learned will have come full circle. Here you can watch the local farmers selling their grapes and witness the industrial processes, as well as taste some local varieties and purchase as much wine as you wish!