It is early in the morning when those who come for the harvest arrive. This day is yet another day that gives sense to the months spent taking care of the vines, nurturing for the “terroir” so that the grapes are perfect. However, the love of what is done here, does not remove a drop of sweat it requires. Like a good wine, blending is one of the secrets. And putting together the knowledge of the winemaker Alexandre Carril with the years of experience of Dona Rita unveils the route from the vineyard to the wine. When you have the power of knowledge, when the land has been yours for decades, you can answer all the questions that are thrown at you. All with enormous respect for those who work with you and for you. Everyone who crosses the vineyard caries an energy of hard work in their bodies. Mostly women, over 55, who harvest each bunch. Even if "nobody sings anymore", as Dona Rita told us, this year the harvest was done with a blend of film equipment and agricultural equipment. The results will now only have to wait for the fermentation time.

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