Portugal Vineyards Adapt to Change Under Moonlight
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In Portugal, workers pick grapes at night. They work under the moon in the Alentejo area. This region has many vineyards and forests like Tuscany.
Picking grapes at night is an old tradition. It keeps the grapes fresh and cool. Summers are getting hotter, so this is becoming more common now.
Bárbara Monteiro runs a vineyard. She started night harvests in 2019. Now, the workers like it because it is cooler and they have more free time.
The wine harvest is from August to October. This depends on the weather and grapes. Some vineyards in Italy and Spain also harvest at night or early in the morning.
Night harvesting helps keep the grapes cool. This makes better wine flavors. Workers like the cooler temperatures as well, even if some nights are still warm.
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Where do workers pick grapes at night?
In Portugal, specifically in the Alentejo area.
Why do workers pick grapes at night?
To keep the grapes fresh and cool.
When does the wine harvest take place?
From August to October, depending on the weather and grapes.
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