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When September arrives and the summer heat begins to give way to milder temperatures, the Empord\u00e0 changes pace. The vineyards turn golden, the grapes reach their optimum point of ripeness and the wineries prepare for one of the most eagerly awaited moments of the year: the grape harvest<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is an ideal time to discover the Empord\u00e0 from a different perspective. Walking through vineyards, visiting wineries, learning the secrets of winemaking or enjoying a tasting overlooking the landscape turn this tradition into an experience that goes far beyond wine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you want to enjoy it without rushing, staying at a campsite in Girona<\/strong> is one of the best options. It allows you to combine wine tourism with trips to the Costa Brava, walks through charming villages and days surrounded by nature in a privileged setting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Celler Espelt, Vilaju\u00efga (Celler Espelt, PTCB archive)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

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What is the grape harvest?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The grape harvest<\/strong> is the process of picking grapes intended for winemaking. Although it is traditionally associated with harvesting, it also marks the beginning of a process that will culminate months later with the production of the wines that reach our tables.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The date of the grape harvest varies each year depending on weather conditions and the ripeness of the grapes. In the DO Empord\u00e0<\/strong>, it usually begins between late August and early September, depending on the grape variety and each winery.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Beyond its agricultural importance, the grape harvest is also a celebration of the region. During these weeks, many wineries organise activities to bring this tradition closer to visitors and showcase the Empord\u00e0’s wine heritage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Grape harvest festival, Vilaju\u00efga (Oscar Rodbag, PTCB archive)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

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DO Empord\u00e0, a land of wines with history<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Talking about the grape harvest also means talking about the Empord\u00e0 Designation of Origin<\/strong>, one of the oldest in Catalonia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The winemaking tradition of the Empord\u00e0 dates back to the arrival of the Greeks in Emp\u00faries more than two thousand years ago. Since then, vine growing has formed part of the region’s landscape and culture, becoming one of its main defining features.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Today, the DO Empord\u00e0<\/strong> brings together dozens of wineries located mainly in Alt and Baix Empord\u00e0, where the Mediterranean climate, the influence of the Tramuntana wind and the diversity of soils produce wines with a very distinctive character.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Visiting these wineries is also a way to discover the region, its history and the people who keep this tradition alive.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How to experience the grape harvest in the Empord\u00e0<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The best way to discover the grape harvest is to take part in one of the experiences organised by wineries during this time of year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Each proposal is different, but many allow visitors to get closer to the winemaking process in a very hands-on way.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Some of the most common activities include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n