Huadong Wine Estate (华东葡萄酒庄园) is located in the Jiulongpo area of Longkou, Laoshang, Qingdao. It is China’s first European-style vineyard, built according to the European vineyard model, and spans over 600,000 square meters. Known for its outstanding wine quality, Huadong Wine has garnered significant attention since its inception.
Today, Huadong Wine Estate has evolved into a comprehensive enterprise that integrates grape cultivation, winemaking, tourism, and trade. The estate is lush year-round, closely connected to nature, and features ecological tourism, earning it the reputation of a “hidden paradise.” As a garden-style production enterprise, Huadong Wine Estate began welcoming visitors in 1991, and the number of tourists continues to grow each year, drawn by its scenic beauty and unique offerings.
Travel Information about Huadong Wine Estate
Ticket and Opening Hours
Admission Fee: 50 yuan, which includes a wine tasting experience.
Opening Hours: 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
Access to the Estate
Location: East China Baili Wine Estate, Nanlongkou, Shazikou Town, Laoshang District, Qingdao.
Transportation: Accessible via bus route 112.
Attraction Ratings
- Leisure: ★★★★★
- Unique Features: ★★★★
- Cultural Experience: ★★★
- Romance: ★★
- Beauty: ★★
- Adventure: ★
Highlights of Huadong Wine Estate
Baili Wine Estate
Huadong Baili Wine Estate is nestled in the picturesque Jiulongpo area of Laoshang, covering over 600,000 square meters. The estate has introduced thousands of European grape varieties, including Chardonnay, Riesling, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Gamay, cultivating a total of 13 prestigious winemaking species. Additionally, it has established a vast grape-growing base in Dazeshan and other areas.
The estate employs a unique “single trunk with double arms” cultivation method, combined with the exceptional natural conditions of the Qingdao region, ensuring that Huadong products stand out for their high quality. This dedication to quality and innovation has made Baili Wine Estate a prominent name in the Chinese wine industry.
At Baili Wine Estate, visitors can explore the workshop to see the oak barrels used for storing wine and learn about the entire winemaking process. In the tasting room, guests can savor exquisite wines while listening to staff explain how to assess the quality of different wines.
Wine Culture Corridor
The Wine Culture Corridor is adorned with grapevines overhead, creating a picturesque setting. During the harvest season, clusters of grapes hang from the branches, allowing visitors to pick and taste them fresh from the vine. Along both sides of the corridor, intricately carved poetry and verses related to wine enhance the ambiance. Strolling through this corridor feels like stepping into a beautiful painting of an ancient European vineyard, immersing visitors in the rich culture and tradition of winemaking.
Jiulongtan Release Pool
At the edge of Jiulongtan Release Pool, elegant black swans gracefully call to one another, while two snowy-white American geese bask lazily in the sun. At the other end of the pool lies the majestic Jiulong Fountain. In winter, the entire dragon sculpture is adorned with ice crystals, creating a stunning spectacle that captivates all who visit. This serene setting not only showcases the beauty of nature but also offers a tranquil escape, making it a perfect spot for relaxation and reflection.
Huadong Grand Wine Cellar
Upon entering the Huadong Grand Wine Cellar, visitors are welcomed into the tasting hall, which showcases all products from Huadong Baili Wine Estate. To date, the Baili series offers six distinct levels of wines, along with hundreds of varieties, including Huadong and Huadong Estate wines. Surrounded by the rich aroma of wine, one can’t help but feel uplifted.
As guests move through the collection room, they arrive at the oak barrel aging chamber, where over a thousand French oak barrels are on display. Maintained at a constant temperature of 17 degrees Celsius with optimal humidity, this carefully curated environment provides a gentle ambiance for the wines to mature beautifully. Two century-old oak barrels stand prominently on the right side, their dark, sturdy bodies towering over two meters tall, with the marks of time etched into their surfaces, telling stories of their long history.