China: Shandong-made wines win over the world
China: Shandong-made wines win over the world
Feb 29, 2012 6
(Chinadaily) - When Zhang Bishi founded China's first vineyard and winery in Yantai, Shandong province in 1892, there was no way he could have dreamed that, 120 years later, the wine would soon be known around the world.
Changyu Pioneer Wine Co Ltd (Changyu), the company founded by the overseas Chinese from Malaysia, has grown into one of the world's top wine producers. They export products to approximately 200 countries and regions, including Germany, Italy, and France.
"120 years ago we introduced grapes and wine making techniques from Europe, but now we have developed our own viticulture to produce high-quality wines that are competitive in the international market," said Li Jiming, chief master winemaker of Changyu.
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