In Umbria, from August 24 to October 25, the Open Cellars at Harvest Time event returns, offering a unique opportunity to experience the most dynamic, intense, and fascinating period of the winemaking year. Local wineries open their doors to wine lovers, tourists, and visitors of all ages for an engaging sensory journey that blends nature, rural culture, and the conviviality typical of the autumn season. The program of initiatives is designed to rediscover and enhance the most authentic traditions of farming culture, giving everyone the chance to experience firsthand manual grape harvesting, the traditional treading of grapes with bare feet in vats according to ancient customs, and educational tours dedicated to the complex transformation from fruit to wine.
Participants can take part in guided tours inside the vineyards and production areas, accompanied by local producers who share the history of the estates and explain the secrets of fermentation and winemaking processes. This journey allows visitors to deepen their knowledge of the region's main wine designations, discovering the deep bond that unites every single bottle to its territory of origin. In addition to educational activities and vineyard tours, the event offers numerous moments of entertainment, culture, and socialization designed to enrich the overall visitor experience.
The days come alive with traditional lunches, brunch, sunset aperitifs among the rows, theatrical performances, concerts, and outdoor workshops, all harmoniously enhanced by the authentic flavors of local gastronomy and the traditional products of Umbria. Whether it is panoramic walks through the hills, snacks in the vineyard, or moments of collective celebration, Open Cellars at Harvest Time represents an experience open to everyone, ideal for sharing a passion for the land, a love for fine wine, and the pleasure of being together in a landscape of extraordinary beauty.

For more information:
Website: Cantine Aperte in vendemmia