Newer World Wines?
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by: NicolayCastro | Total views: 24 | Word Count: 347
The world is always shifting, always changing... This is not different when it comes to wine. Apparently, in the past year there's been talk of Champagne estates purchasing land in the U.K. Because, if global warming is correct, the U.K. will have the proper terroir for Champagne varietals. Nonetheless, what has actually aroused my attention isn't what will happen to vineyards and wineries when global warming becomes an issue... Rather, what has truly aroused my attention is the growth of vineyards and wineries in China.
China can be described as either a blessing or a curse. A godsend because, without China, products from some of our favorite companies would be incredibly costly. A curse because these products have a tendency to dilute the market.
My concern is... How will China entering the wine industry, from a vineyard owner's and wine retailer's point of view, effect the market? Those already in the wine industry know how a single vineyard, person, or company can have an extreme affect on what sells and what does not. But how will a country with the size and power of China change the field?
Currently, there are just a few wines being produced in China that are accessible. However, one thing the Chinese are good at is taking command of market share and pushing the limits. Therefore, it won't be long before crates of Chinese wines are pouring into the market all around the globe. It cannot be forgotten that China is a massive country with a range of climates and geography, which when combined properly will be more than capable of growing an in depth array of varietals. What I am attempting to say is that when China truly enters the wine market folk everywhere will feel it, bad or good. So now could be the time to think about what will occur when this in-flow of wine comes.
My questions to the reader are: What do you think will occur when China enters the wine market? Will the quality of wine be effected, and how? Will costs be influenced? Will other countries stand a chance!?
About the Author
Nicolay Castro is a Wine Manager at Colonial Spirits, a Concord liquor store. Classes at BU sparked his interest in wine and earned him his expert status. Nic is a great person to ask about the right wine to bring to a gathering or give as a present. Be sure to visit Colonial Spirits ' Wine Blog, where Nic and the rest of the wine managers at Colonial Spirits share their collective zeal for wine.
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