Chapter 1797： Planter

At this time, Yang Cheng, under the leadership of Gary Horner, visited the wine cellar of Ellas Winery. Needless to say, the whole person is as if bathing in a wine tank, with the smell of fragrant wine open and closed.

With hands behind their backs, they chatted with each other, "In fact, we need to make good use of the advantages of Pinot Noir. Pinot Noir is no longer grown in France. In several major Pinot Noir producing areas in the world, Willamé Tegu is undoubtedly the best quality, and we must learn to expand our advantages."

Bordeaux has a strict wine grading system and strong protection of origin. To put it bluntly, it is to set norms and quality rules according to the production area. All wine companies comply with these regulations, but this requires time and experience to recognize The terroir and products are not achieved overnight.

The decree to protect the origin of the Bordeaux region has been implemented for nearly a hundred years. It was originally a national decree to prevent fraud and depreciation crisis. After this protection was established, the wines in the Bordeaux region became famous and their prices rose. Since then, many producing areas have followed suit, such as Burgundy, Champagne, Cognac, etc., but Bordeaux has always been the most famous.

Other countries are not doing well enough in this regard. The United States is already able to keep up, but it is only an entry point. For example, country Z. After delimiting a production area, how to define wine production is still at a very extensive stage. There are no legal regulations, but Bordeaux has very detailed regulations on the production area. For example, it stipulates that the minimum planting density of vines is 4000 per hectare, and the distance between rows of vines shall not exceed 2.5 meters, and the average maximum yield is also controlled. At 10,000 kg.

If it is made into red wine, the maximum yield is also set at 68 hectolitres per hectare. Bordeaux uses such detailed regulations to regulate the quality of the entire production area.

It seems ridiculous to outsiders. The wines are neatly arranged like a military line. There are strict regulations on the spacing between rows, but this is the reason why people can produce high-quality wines.

Gary Horner also acknowledged this, “Villamet Valley has recently imitated the Bordeaux production area to build our own production area association, a little bit like a group development. Everyone thinks that selling wine together is better than selling separately. The key is Save worry and effort, but cooperation involves the distribution of benefits, which has not yet reached an agreement."

His words are full of dissatisfaction with this matter. Also, he is a pure winemaker and does not want to be interfered by secular interests. Many artists who have been famous for a long time also think that their works cannot be measured by money. A defilement.

But the reality is that if no one buys your work, even if you think you are number one in the universe, it is useless. If you want others to recognize it, money will always be the simplest, most direct, and most effective standard.

Regarding this point, Yang Cheng didn't argue with him much. He only needs to finish his winemaking work. How to sell is not something he needs to worry about.

After visiting the wine cellar, Yang Cheng and others came out, ready to stroll around the vineyard.

As a result, I just arrived at the vineyard, and before I could go in, Gary Horner's intercom rang, and the receptionist said a group of guests came and called to see the person in charge of the winery.

The Ellas family is not there and can only be received by Gary Horner.

She couldn't help but smiled apologetically to Yang Cheng, "Sorry Mr. Yang, I have to go there~"

Yang Cheng waved her hand indifferently, "Go ahead and leave me with someone to lead the way~"

Now that the vines have entered a dormant period because of the winter, there is nothing to visit. You have to wait until spring to bud, bloom, and bear fruit.

After a simple turn, I found that the vineyards of the Ailas Winery are still neatly planned. Looking from a distance, you can see the bungalow built on the other side. There should be an old winery workshop. Don’t look at this workshop. Inconspicuous, in fact, not every winery has a castle. In Bordeaux, there is only one bungalow winery abound, not surprisingly.

As soon as I left the vineyard, I saw Gary Horner walking towards this side with a group of people. Yang Cheng stopped, frowned and looked at each other, and got a helpless look in his eyes.

When the crowd came closer, Gary Horner introduced to Yang Cheng, "Mr. Yang, these are investors from the East Coast. At the invitation of Mr. Ailas, they visited the winery to discuss investment matters~"

For a pure person, this kind of thing seems a bit hard to tell, and there is always a feeling of treachery.

Yang Cheng was also a little surprised. What happened? Are there competitors after a long time?

However, he did not express too much excitement. After all, the matter has not been settled, and the appearance of competitors is reasonable.

He smiled faintly, "Well, you show people to visit, I will go back to rest first, I am a little tired after a day's journey~"

The auction will be tomorrow morning, and tonight they will be staying in the reception center of the winery, some of the rooms are.

But when he was about to leave, the potbellied investor stopped Yang Cheng, "Mr. Yang, although we have seen each other for the first time, I have heard of the name for a long time. Tell me about myself. I am from a landscape in South Carolina. Picturesque town~"

Yang Cheng subconsciously answered, "Charleston?"

"Yes, it is Charleston, and my name is Charles."

"Don't tell me that Charleston was built by your house~" Yang Cheng couldn't help but teased.

Charles smiled, "I hope so too, but unfortunately not, but if there is a chance, Mr. Yang will go to Charleston to play, I am willing to accompany you throughout the journey~"

Yang Cheng smiled politely, "Thank you, if there is nothing wrong, I will go to rest~"

Charles apologized, "It's really something, why don't we sit down and talk?"

"Aren't you visiting?"

"The vines have no fruit, there is nothing to visit~"

"Okay~"

Charles followed Yang Cheng back to the reception center and asked for a living room, and Gary Horner arranged for someone to serve wine and food again.

Before the wine came, Charles tried to open the conversation with Yang Cheng, "Have Mr. Yang been to Charleston?"

"I have been longing for it, but unfortunately, I have no chance to go~"

"That's a shame~"

Yang Cheng must be dismissive of others saying that, but the beauty of Charleston is recognized. There is no doubt that it is indeed a pity not to have been there.

Charleston has mossy trees, gorgeous fountains and waterfront scenery, as well as the skyline full of minarets and a vibrant background. Each frame of scenery can be painted separately, making people fall in love with this city deeply. , Very suitable for taking photos on vacation. When my parents got married, they also went to Charleston for their honeymoon. The photos taken at that time are still in their albums.

When Charles talked about his hometown, he was in a state of excitement, "When you visit the historic plantation, the winding cobblestone streets, the sound of horse-drawn carts in the background, and the coffee The mouth-watering aroma from the restaurant and the restaurant is an irresistible historical charm of the city that you cannot miss."

"I will definitely go if I have a chance~" Yang Cheng catered to

After a pause, Yang Cheng suddenly realized that he didn't know anything about this fat man, so he could still talk.

He hesitated and asked, "I don't know what Charles you are in? Is this visit to the winery for investment or?"

Charles retracted his thoughts on his hometown, "This is my negligence, there is a plantation in my house~"

Yang Cheng was surprised, the plantation? We must know that Charleston was the place where the first shot of the Civil War was fired. Naturally, the plantation is indispensable, and in the history of Charleston, the plantation is absolutely indelible.

Of course, the current plantations are different from before. Many have been nationalized and turned into scenic spots for tourists to visit. The famous Magnolia Garden is in Charleston, which is known as the most beautiful garden in the United States.

Today, only a small part of the plantation remains in private hands.

It seems that Charles's background is not small, Yang Cheng couldn't help but look different.

"Gone with the Wind" is based on the plantation in Charleston. Based on this, the Oscar-winning film "Gone with the Wind" was adapted and set here. Therefore, the plantation is for Charleston and the locals. All have extraordinary significance.

Yang Cheng decided to review the film "Gone with the Wind" with Luo Yue tonight. It can be said that this film records the changes in the lives of people in the Southern Manor before and after the American Civil War.

Charles talked about his own plantation, "Although our manor is not as large as the magnolia garden, it also has more than 4,000 acres of land. It has a history of more than 200 years. The Tara Manor in Gone with the Wind has The shadow of my home, because as soon as you enter the manor, you can see the tall oak trees on both sides that shade the sky. The sunlight on the boulevard is shining through the dense branches and leaves, which is very beautiful~"

Following Charles’ description, Yang Cheng couldn’t help but think of a scene in which the heroes and heroines rode on the lush oak treesThe beautiful smiles of the infatuated, arrogant, and stubborn manor’s daughter Hao Sijia .

Yang Cheng couldn't help but feel fascinated. Of course, he also had similar scenery in the Santa Barbara ranch, but it lacked some historical sedimentation, which always felt wrong.

"If I have the opportunity, I would like to invite Mr. Yang and Mrs. Yang to my manor as guests. You will be the most distinguished guests."

Charles took the opportunity to send an invitation, and Yang Cheng was a little moved, but he still had to listen to Luo Yue's opinions.

Luo Yue thought for a while and said, "If you have a chance, I must go and disturb~"

Yang Cheng smiled and nodded in approval.

In the past, southern plantations either planted oak trees or planted sugarcane. Of course, this was based on squeezing black slaves to make a profit. Otherwise, according to the current labor costs, even the most powerful planters would not be able to support it for a few days.

This is also where Yang Cheng is puzzled. Today's plantation economy is not like hundreds of years ago. I don't know how Charles's family maintains operations.

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