Top Zodiac Wine Picks for the Year of the Horse

Longting Vineyard

Located in Yantai, Shandong, Longting Vineyard has released two Year of the Horse wines: Longting Reserve Cabernet Franc Horse Year Label and Longting Lan Marselan Horse Year Label.

The Cabernet Franc embraces a distinctly Chinese aesthetic, drawing on mythical horse imagery from Qin and Han dynasty patterns. The horse stands proudly, symbolising fearless progress, while the red-and-gold colour palette reinforces a sense of festivity and refinement.

By contrast, the Marselan expression leans toward a more Western artistic language. While inspired by Peking Opera masks, the label presents an abstract, stylised horse profile, blending traditional cultural references with contemporary design.

The two wines are clearly differentiated in positioning. The Cabernet Franc is priced at RMB 1,599 per bottle and limited to 500 bottles, while the Marselan is priced at RMB 599, covering both premium gifting and high-quality everyday consumption.