{"product_id":"grape-harvest-2026","title":"Grape Harvest 2026","description":"\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"auto\"\u003eJoin us for the Grape Harvest 2026 at Hungerhill Vineyard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"auto\"\u003eEvery year, as September approaches, we get ready to pick our grapes. It's a time we all look forward to in the world of viticulture and wine, a real experience, and a chance to see familiar faces alongside new ones, all gathered for a fun day out in the vineyard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"auto\"\u003eIf you're one of the fortunate few, you'll be picking alongside a small group of around 20 people. Our grapes here at Hungerhill include the classic trio, Pinot Noir, Pinot Meunier, and Chardonnay, which we use to craft both our vintage and classic cuvées, as well as Pinot Noir Précoce, Bacchus, and soon Pinot Blanc.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe excitement comes from picking in the sun, a great atmosphere, good food, and seeing the pay-off of a year's hard work maintaining the health of the vines — all leading up to this moment, the very first step in making our next batch of wine and sparkling. It's something we think is well worth being part of.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat to expect on the day:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e9:00 AM\u003c\/strong\u003e — The day begins with a selection of hot drinks and pastries.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e9:45 AM – 12 PM\u003c\/strong\u003e — A quick briefing on how to pick grapes, followed by buckets and tools handed out and a walkthrough of what to do. New to picking? Don't worry, we'll teach you everything. Then it's out to the vineyard to start picking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e12 \/ 1 PM\u003c\/strong\u003e — After a morning of hard work, all volunteers are invited to stay for a delicious lunch, with the chance to savour some of our wines. It's the perfect time to relax, socialise, and swap stories with the other pickers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat to bring:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"auto\"\u003ePlease wear suitable shoes for walking in the vineyard — boots or a comfortable old pair of trainers work well. We'll provide gloves, snips, and buckets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGood to know:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"auto\"\u003eTaking part in the grape harvest is completely free. Harvest usually takes place sometime in September–October, and spots fill up quickly, so we invite you to join our waiting list now. As soon as we have a confirmed date, we'll notify you by email or text so you can join us if you're available.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hungerhill Vineyard","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54449873092954,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0971\/1747\/1066\/files\/7.jpg?v=1784567757","url":"https:\/\/hungerhillvineyard.com\/products\/grape-harvest-2026","provider":"Hungerhill Vineyard","version":"1.0","type":"link"}