FRAGANCE FROM VERY FIRST MOMENT
Like mostly how the winemaking journey ends up, after 6 years of study and work in Australia, in 2019 Shofang came back to her hometown, Qinhuangdao, and stepped into the new chapter. However, by the time she came back, she got Levi on her side.
Shofang work with the local fruits, not only the grapes. We take over the old vineyards and put new training on. We also source the grapes from other premium regions. And all we have done is to make wines we love to drink and share.
Wines on display
Muscat Hamburg/Sauvignon Blanc/Aranel Orange Wine
Vintage: 2024
Variety: 60% Muscat Hambourg, 25% Sauvignon Blanc, 15% Aranel
Alcohol: 11.0% vol
Type: Dry amber wine
Origin: Fengjiashan, Qinhuangdao, Hebei + Donghuayuan, Zhangjiakou
Hand-harvested and placed in clay jars in sequence according to variety, fermented with wild yeast and macerated for three months, then pressed and aged in used oak barrels for three months, with no fining, filtration or sulphur addition.
Collecting Notes: Our commitment to consistent quality is put to the test by the challenges of each vintage. Our passion remains undiminished, even amidst the torrential rains of 2024.
Tasting: Lychee and orange peel, with hints of floral notes. On the palate, citrus flavours with crisp acidity and tea-like tannins, leading to a refreshing finish.
Tempranillo Dry Red Wine 2023
Vintage: 2023
Variety: 100% Tempranillo
Alcohol: 13.5% vol
Type: Dry
Origin: Donghuayuan, Zhangjiakou, Hebei
Hand-harvested, 15% of the whole bunches were placed in open-top fermentation tanks and fermented with wild yeast for 20 days. 30% of the oak barrels were two-year-old, with the remainder being barrels aged five years or more; the wine was aged in barrels for 14 months and was neither filtered nor clarified.
Collecting Notes: A return to a light and sweet profile; asking for a sweet treat wouldn’t be out of place – trick or treat!
Tasting: The sweetness of liquorice sweets, strawberries and a hint of candy. On the palate, notes of cherry, raspberry and a touch of jam, with a sweet oak finish.
Qipaopao Muscat Sparkling Wine
Vintage: 2025
Variety: 100% Muscat Hamburg
Alcohol: 5.0% vol
Type: Sweet sparkling wine with 30–40 g/L residual sugar
Origin: Fengjiashan, Qinhuangdao, Hebei
The Rose-scented grapes are harvested early to achieve lower sugar levels (alcohol content) and higher natural acidity. After harvesting, the grapes are destemmed and crushed, followed by two days of cold maceration. They are then pressed, and the juice undergoes flotation. Fermentation takes place at low temperatures in pressure tanks, during which the bubbles form. Once fermentation is complete, the wine is clarified, filtered and pasteurised before being bottled.
A cheongsam or a bubbly? In the end, we went for the pun – and why not? Both are delightful and joyful.
Tasting notes: Aromas of rose water, white peach and pear; on the palate, melon, guava and abundant bubbles. Refreshing acidity and moderate sweetness.