Twenty-five groups accompanied by brass bands parade before thousands of visitors distributing products from the land
The Jumilla Traditional Cavalcade yesterday imposed the customs of an agricultural and wine city on all four sides. And it paired better than ever because there was a great desire to celebrate with the best wines of the land and the most typical food. All this left the visitors, counted by thousands, the taste of the Jumilla of yesteryear.
Twenty-five federated supporters clubs – this year another two have been incorporated – paraded along the entire itinerary, distributing quality wine, donated by the local wineries, sangria made by the supporters themselves and food as snacks to the public. sausage, fruit and typical sweets to spend a good afternoon. The wine was served in clay jugs or in traditional leather boots, as tradition dictates.
The procession was opened by the Peña Hijos de las Cepas and closed by La Cepica. The 25 groups paraded with great representations that adorned the floats; among them stood out a gigantic embroidered ‘zagalejo’, the work of the rock of the same name. Festive atmosphere and hubbub, with music from dozens of brass bands, but orderly, as dictated by the rules of the Federation of Peñas, in this traditional parade that ensures that even the smallest detail of the costumes is fulfilled. Both the federation and the City Council are working so that the Grape Harvest Festival is declared of National Tourist Interest. In addition, to support this distinction, this year the Government delegate, José Vélez, attended the parade, together with the mayor, Juana Guardiola, from the gallery. The ‘desmelene’ will undoubtedly arrive next Saturday with the celebration of the Great Parade of Wine, which is expected to receive thousands of visitors again to soak up the wine.
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