LI Demei / 李德美's articles
Tradition and innovation in wine
I have long heard about these trials run by Margaux, and have always been very curious about the outcome. These experiments reminded me of a debate in the wine industry about whether to stick to tradition or to strive for innovation.
Alsace ‘Premier Cru’
On 16 June, I attended the second edition of the biennial ‘Millésimes Alsace wine fair in Colmar, a city in the heart of Alsace. During the event, I noticed a lot of discussion and argument about introducing the ‘Premier Cru’ AOC to Alsace.
Estate wine to be protected under designated trademark in China
The new trademark provides extra protection to wines made in Chinese wineries under the Trademark Law of the People's Republic of China, which is expected to further encourage a regulated and orderly development of estate wines.
Classical music and wine
[LI Demei] Wine is surely different from classical music. However, they have something in common.
Dragon eyes
For wine lovers, every element of wine is worth exploring. 12 years ago in Bordeaux, a Chinese white wine I chose for dinner attracted everyone's attention...
Cold spells hit wine regions in northern China
Two weeks ago, a cold air front from Siberia travelled from west to east, and swept over most of the wine regions in China.
A 12-year reunion at Domaine de Chevalier
In April 12 years ago, my experience in Domain de Chevalier inspired me to explore further into the world of wine. This time I brought a bottle of Cabernet Franc, which I took part in the making of it, to Bernard, as an answer to my visit 12 ye
The Chengdu fair: A truly Chinese exhibition
The China Food and Drinks Fair is the largest alcohol product trade fair in China, and its organisational form has unique local characteristics.
Chinese wine market: how to overcome the barriers
Speaking of the current situation faced by the industry, many people assumed that the strict austerity policy of the new central government is the main cause, while in fact it’s just an ostensible reason.
My impression of Argentinian wines
Recently, LI Demei went to Mendoza for judging in the Argentina Wine Awards 2014. He took the chance to understand the true situation of the wines produced in the country.