Jiufan Wine

Jiufan Wine

　　Jiufan Wine is the finest variety of Huangjiu (Chinese yellow wine). The name "Jiufan," literally meaning "more rice," indicates that compared to regular wine, its production uses less water and more glutinous rice in the ingredient ratio. Due to the higher concentration of the mash and the resulting higher alcohol content, the wine has an exceptionally mellow quality, commonly referred to as having a "thick body." It boasts a bright orange-yellow clarity, a rich and fragrant aroma, and a deliciously sweet and mellow taste, and is known for improving with age and remaining fine even after long-term storage.

In the past, depending on the recipe, it was divided into Single Jiufan and Double Jiufan. Later, to meet consumer demand, all production shifted to Double Jiufan, which is exported as Special Jiufan. This wine has a deep yellowish-red hue like amber, is crystal clear, and possesses an extraordinarily rich fragrance. Its taste is mellow, sweet, and fresh, with an alcohol content of 17.5–19.5%, sugar content of 1.5–3.0 grams per 100 milliliters, and total acidity below 0.45 grams per 100 milliliters. It accounts for nine-tenths of the total export volume of Shaoxing Huangjiu and is highly favored by drinkers both in China and abroad, serving as a typical representative of semi-dry Huangjiu. Aged Jiufan Wine bottled in jars is called Huadiao Wine. Its jar packaging is exquisitely beautiful and makes for a premium gift.