August Harvest Prep

As the sun-soaked days of summer start to wane and the crisp whispers of fall begin to stir, the winery is buzzing with excitement. Why? Because Harvest is just around the corner! But before we dive headfirst into the grape-picking extravaganza, let’s take a fun tour through what happens in the month leading up to harvest. Spoiler alert: It’s more than just grape expectations!

1. The Calm Before the Grape Storm

As August winds down, the winery shifts gears from the leisurely pace of summer to a high-energy pre-harvest hustle. It’s a bit like gearing up for the big game—except the game is all about grapes, and the trophy is a bottle of exquisite wine.

2. Inspection Station: Grape Edition

First up, we have the grape inspection. This isn’t just any inspection—it’s a full-on grape-tasting party. Our winemakers are out in the fields, sampling grapes and checking sugar levels. It’s like being a grape sommelier, and trust us, it’s as fun as it sounds. Each grape sample is examined with the precision of a top chef picking the perfect ingredient.

3. The Equipment Extravaganza

The winery transforms into a mini workshop as we give all our equipment a good spruce-up. Tanks, presses, and pumps are cleaned, inspected, and prepped. It’s like a big spa day for our winemaking gear. After all, they’ve got some serious work ahead!

4. The Harvest Crew Assemble

Next, it’s time to get our harvest crew in line. This involves everything from scheduling to ensuring everyone has the right gear. Think of it as organizing the ultimate winemaking party. We even have a few fun training sessions to make sure everyone knows their way around the winery—and that includes proper grape-handling techniques (no smashing allowed!).

5. The Wine Prep Party

In the weeks leading up to harvest, our winemakers start their own kind of prep party. They’re sketching out the wine profiles, dreaming up blends, and ensuring they have everything needed to turn those luscious grapes into liquid gold. It’s like brainstorming for a blockbuster movie, except the script is about tannins and terpenes.

6. Final Countdown Festivities

As the day approaches, there’s a palpable excitement in the air. We might throw a little pre-harvest shindig for the team to celebrate the upcoming harvest and to thank everyone for their hard work. It’s all about bringing everyone together before the whirlwind of harvest begins.

So there you have it—a peek into the lively, grape-filled preparations that lead up to harvest season. It’s a month of excitement, anticipation, and a whole lot of grape love. Stay tuned as we dive into the action and share all the juicy details from the harvest itself. Cheers to a fantastic harvest season ahead!