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Grape harvesting in Rethymno

Grape harvesting in Rethymno

Grape harvesting in Rethymno is a truly special period!

It's an ancient tradition that has been passed down through generations, offering you a unique chance to learn firsthand how Cretan wine is made.

This experience allows you to meet local people and share in their joy, while also tasting the unique flavors of Cretan grape varieties.

It's a wonderful way to immerse yourself in the local culture and history.

Grape harvesting in Rethymno
Grape harvesting in Rethymno

During harvest time, you can participate in a variety of activities that bring you closer to the winemaking process.

You'll have the opportunity to pick grapes in family-owned vineyards and watch as they're transformed into wine.

Some places even maintain the traditional method of crushing grapes by foot, which you might get to try yourself.

All of this takes place against the backdrop of breathtaking views of the sea and mountains.

Of course, no harvesting experience would be complete without tasting the delicious Cretan wine right where it's made, allowing you to appreciate the full journey from grape to glass.

Grape harvesting in Rethymno
Grape harvesting in Rethymno

Crete is home to many   special types of grapes  like VidianoKotsifaliLiatikoVilana and Mandilari that you won't find anywhere else.
These unique grapes help make Cretan wines special. During your visit, ask about these varieties and taste the difference!

A true Cretan treasure you'll discover during your grape harvesting experience is Moschato Spinas. This white grape variety, native to Western Crete, offers a unique taste of local terroir.

Known for producing aromatic wines with distinct floral and citrus notes, sometimes with a hint of spice, Moschato Spinas showcases the diversity of Cretan winemaking. Versatile in nature, it's used to create a range of wines from dry to sweet, and even sparkling varieties. As it's primarily grown in small, family-owned vineyards, encountering and tasting wine made from Moschato Spinas is a rare and special treat that connects you directly to the rich winemaking traditions of Rethymno.

When you visit Rethymno during grape harvest time, you get more than just a vacation.
You become part of a living tradition.
You'll make new friends, learn new skills, and create memories that last a lifetime.

City of Rethymno

You are invited to travel to areas, which are perhaps still unknown to the majority, and which are sometimes remote, but always magical and magnificent throughout the seasons. We recommend our visitors to see our picturesque villages through the eyes of the soul, try the Cretan cuisine, our wine and “tsikoudia”, participate in our revelries and festivities, but most importantly get to know our soul, our hospitality, the safe, untouched interior of the region, the other Rethymno.
 
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