Xiao Mu Lan

The vintage

The 2025 vintage reflects the typicity of Penglai while standing out for its warm temperatures. The beginning of the growing season was marked by favourable rainfall, which stimulated vine growth. A sunny window during August then enabled good véraison and the onset of ripening. These conditions resulted in excellent maturity for the Marselan and Cabernet Franc varieties. However, the wetter end of the season delayed the ripening of Cabernet Sauvignon. To ensure optimal quality, several levels of selection were applied during the harvest, so that only the finest grapes were picked.

Location

Domaine de Long Dai is nestled in the heart of the Qiu Shan Valley, in the Shandong province in northeastern China. In this region, the climate is tempered by the influence of the Yellow Sea, located about 20 km away. The Qiu Shan Valley benefits from mild winters and granite soils, making it a suitable place for viticulture.

Terroir

The 42-hectare vineyard stretches across more than 600 terraces, following the agricultural tradition of the region. Winter in this region is dry and cold, but less severe than in other parts of the country. Summer is hot with a short rainy period in July and August, followed by two months of dry weather during the critical ripening period. The terrace system does not allow for uniform ripening of the grapes. Harvesting is done in several passes to ensure optimal ripeness.

Winemaking

After destemming and crushing, the grapes are transferred to vats for a short maceration lasting a few hours, giving the wine its delicate hue. The juice is then run off by gravity to separate it from the solids, before being clarified to remove impurities. Fermentation takes place at a temperature between 16 and 18°C. This method produces a wine that is both elegant and well-structured, while preserving the freshness of its aromatic expression.

Tasting

This rosé displays a bright pink hue.
On the nose, it reveals aromas of citrus (ripe lemon), green tea leaf and white flowers.
The palate, mineral and saline, displays a lovely fresh tension driven by grapefruit notes, finishing with appealing bittersweet hints of dried orange peel.

Alcohol content

Grapes

Cabernet franc : 80 %
Petit verdot : 20 %

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