The grape harvest is one of the most important stages in the vine's annual cycle, marking the beginning of a new chapter in the winemaking process. The grapes are carefully harvested only when they have reached their optimum level of ripeness, ensuring the balance and quality that will define each wine. In the Douro, the harvest is also a time of great tradition, combining the precision of vineyard work with the celebratory spirit that has long characterised the region.