In this program, entirely dedicated to wine and grapes, we invite you to join us, in which is one of the most important times of the year at Malhadinha!
The celebration of the harvest dates back to ancient times where the Greeks, Romans and Egyptians celebrated the moment that marked the end of another intense agricultural year. The Harvest is, to this day, a proof of resilience and teamwork, of Man and the vineyard over weather conditions, diseases and pests which affect crops and hard work in the fields.
This is a festival that values tradition, coexistence, the wealth of what earth supplies us with and the passion for wine.
From 01-08-2023 until 30-09-2023
“What is beautiful and encouraging in this world, is seeing that in the harvest of each dream, the vine remains dreaming of another adventure. And the sweetness that is not tasted is transfigured into another sweetness that is much purer and much younger!”
- Miguel Torga
In this 3-night experience, we invite you to experience the rush of a harvest, whilst enjoying the essence of the Alentejo, characterized by the unique sensation of time and space. Enjoy the landscapes for as far as the eye can see, savour the incomparable cuisine and immerse yourself in the culture that conveys every moment.
3:00 pm Arrival at "Herdade da Malhadinha Nova" and check-in at our Reception/Tavern, the new area of the Farm, created from the old stables built when the property was acquired in 1998;
Delight yourself with the tropical fruit notes of our most recent harvests, upon arrival in your room.
6:00 pm Visit to the property in our vintage off-road vehicles. Enjoy and get to know about the biological practices of our viticulture team and enjoy the vast landscape that Alentejo offers, and a visit to the cellar, followed by a wine tasting accompanied
by our wine tourism team;
8:00 pm The evening starts with an invitation to a themed dinner at the Restaurant – Organic & Inspired Cuisine. A special menu will be prepared, accompanied by a vertical tasting of wines from Monte da Peceguina.
6:00 am [Time suggestion] - Harvest Experience with Kit Delivery - The harvest starts at 4:00 am, choose your time and head towards the vineyards for a Harvest Experience with our team and feel the tradition of manual harvesting of grapes;
8:00 am - 11:00 am Feel the first aromas and enjoy a breakfast full of fruits, jams and natural juices;
1:00 pm Enjoy the landscape of Malhadinha and feel Nature in its pure state with a picnic with all the refinement among the vineyards;
An afternoon at the Cellar – This is the time of year when the smell of musts fermenting in the cellar invades the senses. Come and be part of the winemaking process: selecting the grapes at the selection table and treading them by foot in the wine press - a unique experience.
Relaxing Vinotherapy Massage – Enjoy, at the end of the day, a Vinotherapy Massage for Couples, with the exfoliating and antioxidant power of Malhadinha grapes [by appointment]. A minimalist, timeless and immersive experience in the new Malhadinha wellness area, designed by the Aires Mateus studio and with exclusive facial treatments in Alentejo, by the Azorean brand Ignae;
8:00 pm Harvest Themed Dinner. Our Team of Chefs will specially prepare a menu inspired by the harvest, using musts from various grape varieties to ferment with a selection of Peceguina single varieties.
Wake up with morning freshness. Feel the first aromas and enjoy a breakfast full of fruits, jams and natural juices;
11:00 am Quad bike ride along the Farm trails – Feel the morning freshness with a four-wheel ride through the vineyards and plains of Alentejo;
1:00 pm Light lunch at the Units - The meat produced on our farm, from certified animals raised in extensive grounds, will serve as the motto for your lunch - The black pork prey and a PDO Alentejo beef tartar to accompany with "Malhadinha Red 2021", the new one;
6:00 pm Special vinotherapy bath in the room – Relax, at the end of the day, with a bath specially prepared for you and feel the revitalizing power of our grapes;
8:00 pm Join us for dinner and find the perfect marriage between gastronomy and the wines produced on the farm. Grapes will be the key ingredient in the menu prepared by our team of Chefs;
Our Pastry Chef, Letícia Silva, presents a dessert based on the Farm's organic honey, accompanied by our Late Harvest.
8:00 am - 11:00 am Breakfast – Start the day in the best way with a breakfast full of fresh products;
11:00 am Pottery Workshop at Malhadinha Atelier, inspired by leaves and bunches of grapes produced at the Estate – Let nature refine your creativity;
12:00 pm Check-out*;
1:00 pm Light lunch based on organic products produced sustainably on the Farm;
*Late check-out is subject to availability.
Children:
0-3 Years free / 4-11 years €125. Price per night per child.
Includes:
3 nights accommodation. All the meals and drinks mentioned in the program. All activities mentioned in the program.
Excludes:
All drinks with and without meals, except those mentioned in the programme.
Offers:
Possibility to offer late check-out.
Cancellation and Payment Policy:
Reservations can be changed or cancelled up to 7 days before the arrival date. In case of cancellation after 7 days before check-in, 100% of the reservation amount will be charged. In case of a no-show or early departure, 100% of the reservation value will be charged.
For additional information please contact us.
The presented programs are available all year around. If you want another specific date please contact us. We can design a program tailor made to fit your needs.
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