Harvest season is one of the most exciting times to visit the Alentejo, when vineyards across Portugal’s largest wine region come alive with the annual grape harvest.
Between August and October, more than 20 wineries and wine tourism estates are opening their doors to visitors, offering everything from picking grapes alongside vineyard workers and traditional grape stomping to wine tastings, gourmet lunches, blending workshops and luxury vineyard escapes.
To help wine lovers make the most of the season, the Alentejo Regional Wine Commission (CVRA) has brought together a wide range of harvest experiences stretching from north to south of the region. Whether you’re looking for an affordable afternoon tasting or an indulgent multi-day stay surrounded by vineyards, there’s something to suit every taste – and every budget.
- Rota dos Vinhos do Alentejo – Évora
A great starting point for anyone planning a wine holiday. The Wine Route represents more than 60 wineries and can help visitors create personalised itineraries while offering guided tastings.
Experience: Wine tastings, winery information and personalised wine routes.
Price: €5 per person.
Book: [email protected] | (+351) 266 746 498
- Adega José de Sousa – Reguengos de Monsaraz
Available: August 15 to September 15
Visit both the modern winery and the historic clay-pot cellar before joining the grape harvest. The experience includes a tasting of three wines, regional delicacies and an optional Alentejo lunch. Visitors also receive a commemorative harvest T-shirt and hat.
Price: €28 (without lunch) | €60 (with lunch)
Book: [email protected] | (+351) 918 269 569
- Herdade de São Miguel (Casa Relvas) – Évora
Walk through the vineyards before harvesting grapes by hand, tasting fermenting grape must and taking part in the traditional grape stomping. The visit concludes with a tasting of Casa Relvas wines and olive oils accompanied by regional snacks, with an optional Alentejo lunch.
Price: €45 | €95 with lunch
Book: [email protected]
- Casa de Santa Vitória – Beja
Available: August 10 to September 10
After a welcome drink and harvest kit, visitors join the grape harvest before touring the winery and barrel cellar. The experience includes a tasting of Santa Vitória wines, regional tapas, a complimentary bottle of wine and a wine-paired lunch.
Price: €65
Book: [email protected]
- Cartuxa Enotourism – Évora
Available: September 5 to October 4
One of the Alentejo’s most exclusive harvest experiences. Visitors enjoy grape harvesting, traditional foot stomping, a winery tour and a premium tasting of six wines and two olive oils, accompanied by regional produce. A gourmet lunch can be added.
Price: €200 | €275 (Premium)
Book: [email protected] | (+351) 266 748 383
- Ervideira – Reguengos de Monsaraz
Choose between the famous “100 Pés” experience, celebrating traditional grape stomping, or a unique night harvest, followed by a tasting hosted by producer Duarte Leal da Costa.
Price: From €65
Book: [email protected] | (+351) 266 950 010
- Herdade do Esporão – Reguengos de Monsaraz
Available on Fridays throughout August and the first Friday in September, visitors harvest grapes before touring the winery and enjoying a food-and-wine pairing. An optional lunch is available at Esporão’s acclaimed restaurant.
Price: From €35 | €90 with lunch
Book: Via SevenRooms booking platform
Available: September 3 to 18
Spend the day working alongside the winery’s oenology team, helping with grape selection, laboratory analysis and winemaking. A harvest lunch is included, while children can join a dedicated Kids’ Experience.
Price: €150 (+€35 for vineyard harvesting; Kids’ Experience €50)
Book: [email protected] | (+351) 918 266 993
- Gerações da Talha – Vila de Frades
Discover the ancient tradition of Vinho de Talha by joining the “Mexer das Talhas” experience, followed by a tasting of four wines and Alentejo snacks.
Price: €45
Book: [email protected] | (+351) 967 566 930
- Herdade das Servas – Estremoz
Experience grape stomping in traditional marble lagares before touring the winery and enjoying four wines paired with regional cheeses and cured meats. Each participant also receives a complimentary bottle of wine.
Price: €55
Book: [email protected] | (+351) 268 333 949
- Honrado Vinho de Talha Artesanal – Vila de Frades
Choose between an introduction to the Alentejo harvest or a full-day experience exploring the region’s centuries-old Vinho de Talha tradition.
Price: €50–€90
Book: [email protected]
- João Portugal Ramos – Estremoz
Work alongside vineyard staff during the harvest before enjoying a traditional vineyard snack, marble grape stomping, a cellar tour and a wine-paired lunch featuring Marquês de Borba wines.
Price: €110
Book: [email protected]
Date: September 5
The one-day Moinante Experience combines vineyard activities, winery visits, wine tastings and lunch while giving visitors the chance to meet the team behind Mainova’s wines.
Price: €120
Book: [email protected] | (+351) 910 732 526
- Monte da Raposinha – Montargil
One of the most affordable options, offering guided tours of the winery with tastings and optional regional cheese and charcuterie boards.
Price: From €15
Book: [email protected] | (+351) 933 357 778
- Quinta da Plansel – Montemor-o-Novo
Choose between half-day and full-day harvest experiences featuring grape picking, foot stomping, winery visits and tastings, followed by either brunch or a full lunch.
Price: €70–€110
Book: [email protected] | (+351) 266 898 920
- Quinta do Quetzal – Vidigueira
Harvest grapes before enjoying either a vineyard picnic or a traditional Alentejo lunch, both paired with the estate’s wines.
Price: €70–€100
Book: [email protected]
- Tiago Cabaço Winery – Estremoz
Perfect for visitors looking for a relaxed winery experience, with guided cellar tours, tastings and regional cheese and charcuterie pairings.
Price: From €14
Book: [email protected] | (+351) 268 323 233
- Torre de Palma Wine Hotel – Monforte
Choose between a one-day harvest experience or a luxury overnight stay including grape harvesting, wine blending workshops, gourmet meals and accommodation.
Price: €60 (without lunch), €120 (with lunch), or overnight packages for two from €1,030
Book: [email protected] | (+351) 245 038 890
- Herdade da Malhadinha Nova – Albernoa (Beja)
Luxury two and three-night harvest escapes include vineyard tours in vintage 4x4s, grape harvesting, foot stomping, ATV rides, wine tastings, pottery workshops and even vinotherapy massages.
Price: On request
Book: [email protected] | (+351) 284 965 129
- Herdade do Sobroso – Vidigueira
Offers a range of wine tours throughout the harvest season, with guided visits to the vineyards and winery, tastings and optional farm-to-table Alentejo lunches.
Price: €35–€180 (€75–€95 with lunch)
Book: [email protected] | (+351) 284 456 116
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