Location: Estreito de Câmara de Lobos.
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The most hands-on event of the wine season, offering a rare chance to experience the historical method of grape processing in Madeira’s primary wine region.
Location: Estreito de Câmara de Lobos.
What to Expect: A high-energy morning starting with a live grape harvest in the vineyards, followed by a parade of “borracheiros” (wine-skin carriers). The highlight is the public grape treading, where everyone is invited to crush grapes with their bare feet in massive wooden vats.
Pro Tip: Wear clothes you don’t mind staining with grape juice!
Vibe: Historic, energetic, and messy.