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usGRAPE HARVEST 2002
This
is a unique chance to spend a few days in the typical Sicilian countryside
and participate in the traditional rites of the Sicilian grape harvest.
You will live in comfortable rural housing inside the vineyards of Spadafora
Winery, one of the most interesting young award winning producer.
Living amongst the tradition of a true working vineyard, you can spend
the entire day along side the local winery staff. You can live a full
immersion in the culture of making quality wine, or you can visit
the beautiful surroundings, creating your days as you are inspired.
Through hands on experience, you will learn to recognize and appreciate
the special tastes and smells of a wine that you help make with your own
hands!
The land on which the winery sits is almost
too rich for words: you have to see it! Vivid green hills, almost
entirely covered with vines, contrast against a clear blue sky, where
the strength of a full and hot sun is eased by a light and cool breeze.
This unique climate allows nature to come forward in its most powerful
and luxurios form. 
The
sounds and colours of this island will follow you during the many possible
excursions - to the Greek temple and amphitheater of Segesta, or
to Monreale to see the amazing Cathedral from the XIIth century. If you
want to enjoy the crystal clear waters of the Sicilian coast, you
are just 30 minutes away from the ancient "Tonnara" of Scopello (a natural
bay once used for the fishing and processing of tuna), or the Zingaro
natural reserve. Come and see with your own eyes this intense island
that can hardly be described in all its beauties.
The
apartments, resting along the main courtyard of the winery, have been
recently restored but maintain their traditional rural look and feel.
Each apartment can comfortably host two people: a living room with rustic
furniture, satellite TV and a sofabed, a small kitchen with all the necessaties,
a bathroom with shower, and a large bedroom with an enchanting view
of the surrounding hills. Come and see the magic!
Our grape harvest tour includes:
Transfers from/to the airport of Palermo
Accomodation with double bed apartments for 8 days / 7 nights
Guided participation to the current process of wine making from grapes
Guided tour of the winery, its surroundings and cellar
Tasting of products available on the market as well as brand new ones
Welcome and farewell diner
Three extra meals
Excursions to other wineries (transportation is not provided)