China's Wine On Demand

Uncover the bold new stars of the wine world with our handpicked selection of award-winning Chinese wines from Ningxia, Xinjiang and Hebei. These exceptional bottles capture China’s unique terroir and world-class winemaking. China’s top regions for red wine production focus on Bordeaux-style blends (Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Gernet) and Marselan (a French-Chinese hybrid). Chinese red and white wines are gaining global acclaim for their balance of fruit intensity, structure, and adaptability to diverse terroirs.

Featured Regions

Ningxia (寧夏)

Ningxia, situated in northwestern China between the Yellow River and the Helan Mountains, is considered one of China’s most promising regions for grape cultivation. It has a continental climate characterized by dry conditions, hot summers, long cold winters, and high elevations that result in intense sunlight and cool nights. The substantial temperature variation between day and night facilitates the slow maturation of grapes, allowing for a balance of acidity and phenolic compounds in the fruit.

Shandong (山東)

Shandong is the largest wine-producing region in China, accounting for 40% of the nation’s total wine production, with over 140 wineries. Located on the eastern coast of China, Shandong experiences a maritime climate, featuring relatively cooler summers and warmer winters compared to inland provinces. The region benefits from ample summer rainfall due to the East Asian monsoon. Most vineyards are situated on south-facing slopes with excellent drainage, preventing excessive soil water accumulation during the rainy season.

Yunnan (雲南)

Yunnan, located in southwestern China, is home to numerous wineries. The region lies between 21°-29° north latitude, with vineyards spread across mountainous and hilly terrain, making viticulture challenging. However, Yunnan’s high elevation mitigates the low-latitude temperatures. Vineyards often reach altitudes of up to 1,800 meters, enjoying ample sunlight.

Hebei (河北)

Hebei Province, situated on China's eastern coast between latitudes 36° and 42° north, features a varied landscape that ranges from the flat plains in the south to the rugged Yan Mountains in the north. Despite its proximity to the Bohai Sea, Hebei experiences a predominantly continental climate characterized by hot summers with significant monsoon rainfall and cold, dry winters influenced by Siberian air masses. This province is particularly notable for encircling the capital city, Beijing, and comprises several sub-regions, each with its own unique geographic traits.

Xinjiang (新彊)

Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region is recognized as a distinctive wine-producing region. With approximately 6,470 hectares of vineyards, it astonishingly yields around 100,000 tons of grapes each year. Situated in northwestern China and sharing borders with Kazakhstan, Tajikistan, and Afghanistan, Xinjiang experiences an extreme climate characterized by minimal rainfall, which requires extensive drought management efforts. The significant temperature fluctuations between day and night contribute to the development of high-sugar, low-acidity grapes, primarily resulting in sweet wine production.

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