Chinese Women Driving Innovation in the Wine Industry

Chinese women are making waves in the wine industry, with their world-class wines gaining international recognition.
Sophie Zhou
, the owner of 'uh-huh Wine Bar & Eatery', believes that women approach wine like they do fashion, always open to trying new styles and flavors.
Emma Gao
, owner of Silver Heights, has had the honor of having her wines served by Chinese President Xi Jinping to European leaders at state dinners. In the Ningxia region, many of the most renowned producers are led by women. One such trailblazer is
Zhang Jing
of Helan Qingxue winery, who was the first female winemaker to put Chinese vintages on the map. From the rural vineyards to the trendy metropolitan bars, women are driving innovation in every aspect of China's bustling wine scene. Their influence is felt not only in production but also in the way wine is enjoyed and appreciated. This article was originally published on doc.afp.com, part of the BLOX Digital Content Exchange.