{"title":"Xiao Pu","description":"\u003cp\u003eXiaoPu is the nomadic project of winemaker Ian Dai Hongjing, founded in 2017 with a focus on low-intervention expressions of site across China's most dynamic vineyard regions. The work centres on Ningxia, where high altitude, intense sunlight and dramatic diurnal shifts produce wines of both concentration and freshness.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThese are wines that challenge every preconception of Chinese wine — unfined, unfiltered, and made with minimal intervention. The range spans orange wine, natural red blends and single-variety expressions, all united by a commitment to place and an exploratory spirit that feels genuinely new.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTangerine\u003c\/strong\u003e — Chardonnay-based orange wine with skin contact, amber-hued and textural\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGathering MV7\u003c\/strong\u003e — multi-vintage red blend of Syrah, Pinot Noir and aromatic varieties, vibrant and complex\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePerdue 22.3\u003c\/strong\u003e — high-altitude Ningxia Pinot Noir, pure, silky and energetic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eChinese natural winemaking at its most compelling.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"xiaopu-tangerine-2024","title":"XiaoPu Tangerine Orange Skin Contact 2024","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"relative basis-auto flex-col -mb-(--composer-overlap-px) pb-(--composer-overlap-px) [--composer-overlap-px:28px] grow flex\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex flex-col text-sm\"\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none [--shadow-height:45px] has-data-writing-block:pointer-events-none has-data-writing-block:-mt-(--shadow-height) has-data-writing-block:pt-(--shadow-height) [\u0026amp;:has([data-writing-block])\u0026gt;*]:pointer-events-auto [content-visibility:auto] supports-[content-visibility:auto]:[contain-intrinsic-size:auto_100lvh] R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(--scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(--thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]\" dir=\"auto\" data-turn-id=\"request-WEB:23afdaea-667d-401e-8261-0a472ac691b8-0\" data-testid=\"conversation-turn-2\" data-scroll-anchor=\"false\" data-turn=\"assistant\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto pb-10 [--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-xs,calc(var(--spacing)*4))] @w-sm\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-sm,calc(var(--spacing)*6))] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-lg,calc(var(--spacing)*16))] px-(--thread-content-margin)\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col gap-4 grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"450e9480-0ecd-4bad-a862-c6a40588f562\" dir=\"auto\" data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-5-3\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal outline-none keyboard-focused:focus-ring [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\" data-turn-start-message=\"true\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert w-full wrap-break-word light markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"395\"\u003eXiaoPu Tangerine 2024 is a distinctive Chinese orange wine crafted predominantly from Chardonnay, with small inclusions of aromatic varieties that add lift and complexity. It comes from XiaoPu, the nomadic project founded in 2017 by winemaker Ian Dai Hongjing, whose work focuses on low-intervention expressions of site across some of China’s most dynamic vineyard regions, particularly Ningxia.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"397\" data-end=\"837\"\u003eThe fruit is sourced from the rugged Doves Mountain area, where high altitude, intense sunlight and dramatic diurnal shifts shape wines of both concentration and freshness. Fermentation occurs with gentle skin contact, extracting texture, phenolic grip and aromatic nuance without overwhelming the wine’s natural balance. It is then matured in seasoned, neutral oak, allowing slow evolution and integration while preserving purity of fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"839\" data-end=\"1164\"\u003eIn the glass, it shows a luminous amber hue. The aromatic profile is both vibrant and layered, with notes of grapefruit, kumquat and fresh apricot leading into more savoury and complex tones of bamboo salt, dried citrus peel, honeysuckle and oolong tea. Subtle oxidative hints and a delicate herbal edge add further intrigue.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1166\" data-end=\"1544\"\u003eThe palate is supple yet energetic, with a fine tannic structure from the skins giving shape and tension. Bright, natural acidity drives the wine, carrying flavours of preserved citrus, stone fruit and gentle spice through a long, textured finish. There’s a tactile quality here that feels both grounded and alive, reflecting the raw, windswept character of Ningxia’s landscape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1546\" data-end=\"1768\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eUnfined, unfiltered and made with minimal intervention, XiaoPu Tangerine 2024 captures the exploratory spirit of modern Chinese natural winemaking — a wine that is as much about place and philosophy as it is about flavour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mt-3 w-full empty:hidden\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"appellance","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49896287076545,"sku":"SK68537699","price":49.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0843\/3428\/0897\/files\/DE202D7F-23A8-4A1E-9168-2D8CDB98C3D6.jpg?v=1777866102"},{"product_id":"xiaopu-gathering-mv7","title":"XiaoPu Gathering MV7","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOne of the most exciting wines emerging from China’s new wave of independent producers, XiaoPu Gathering MV7 is a vibrant multi-vintage blend that challenges every preconception of Chinese wine. Crafted by pioneering winemaker Ian Dai, this expressive red combines fruit from Ningxia into a wine that sits somewhere between the energy of Beaujolais and the savoury complexity of the Northern Rhône.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe seventh release of this cult cuvée is an eclectic blend of 51% Syrah, 25% Pinot Noir, 10% Chardonnay, 5% Welschriesling, 5% Muscat, 2% Marselan and 2% Dunkelfelder. The result is wonderfully aromatic and lifted, bursting with wild strawberry, raspberry, cherry and plum, layered with rose petals, violets, Mediterranean herbs, olive tapenade and a subtle floral note reminiscent of gardenia. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJuicy, fresh and effortlessly drinkable, Gathering MV7 offers fine tannins, bright acidity and remarkable complexity for its price point. It is a wine that speaks not only of place but of a new generation of Chinese winemaking—creative, thoughtful and unbound by convention.  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"appellance","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50300113158337,"sku":null,"price":49.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0843\/3428\/0897\/files\/XiaoPu_Gathering_MV7.jpg?v=1780651959"},{"product_id":"xiaopu-perdue-22-3-pinot-noir","title":"XiaoPu Perdue 22.3 Pinot Noir","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"327\"\u003eXiao Pu Perdue 22.3 Pinot Noir comes from the high-altitude vineyards of Ningxia, one of China's most exciting wine regions. The combination of abundant sunshine, cool nights and well-drained soils allows Pinot Noir to develop vibrant aromatics, freshness and precision, resulting in a wine that is both expressive and refined.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"329\" data-end=\"650\"\u003eThe nose is immediately captivating, bursting with aromas of wild strawberries, red cherries and crushed raspberries, layered with delicate floral notes, subtle spice and a gentle savoury complexity. There is a purity and brightness to the fruit that gives the wine an irresistible sense of freshness from the first pour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"652\" data-end=\"1047\"\u003eOn the palate, silky textures meet vibrant red berry fruit, ripe cherry and plum, supported by hints of forest floor, dried herbs and sweet spice. Fine tannins provide elegant structure, while lively acidity carries the wine through a long, energetic finish. 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Elegant, aromatic and full of character, it offers a fresh perspective on the variety while showcasing the remarkable potential of Ningxia's unique terroir.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"appellance","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50320116547777,"sku":null,"price":95.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0843\/3428\/0897\/files\/XiaoPu_Perdue_22.3_Pinot_Noir.webp?v=1781152610"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0843\/3428\/0897\/collections\/xiao_pu.webp?v=1782873476","url":"https:\/\/appellance.com\/collections\/xiao-pu.oembed","provider":"Appellance","version":"1.0","type":"link"}