In Israel, grapes were gathered during August and September, depending on the type of grapes and the climate of the region. They were usually placed in limestone vats or troughs cut into rock. Men normally crushed the grapes barefoot, singing songs as they trod the winepress.​—Isa 16:10; Jer 25:30; 48:33.

1. Freshly picked grapes

2. Winepress

3. Drainage channel

4. Lower collecting basin

5. Earthenware wine jars