The Yanjing region – including Zuogong, Basu and Zayu – has nurtured grapevines since the Tubo period (618–842 AD), when local wines were prized as tribute.
By the mid‑19th century, French missionaries brought their own varieties and techniques, merging with indigenous practices to create a unique winemaking heritage.
In 2009, Tibetan LUOSONG Ciren established Tibet Mangkang County Eastern Tibet Treasure Wine Co., Ltd. on this extraordinary terroir. He named the brand – Domaine de Dameiyong – after Dameiyong Snow Mountain, the source of the region’s irrigation water.
QU Cuo, his younger sister, serves as General Manager. She connects the winery with local farmers through a collaborative model, and promotes the region’s unique plateau agriculture to the international markets.
Dameiyong Snow Mountain
Domaine de Dameiyong’s vineyards are located in the dry‑hot valley of the Lancang River, planted on steep slopes at altitudes of 2,100 to 2,700 metres. The vines benefit from intense sunlight, cool nights and mineral‑rich soils.
Thirteen varieties thrive here: Chardonnay, Vidal, Petit Verdot, Petit Manseng, Moldova, Crystal (Niagara Grape), Rose Honey Grape, Muscat, Merlot, Shiraz, Cabernet Sauvignon, Marselan, and Nero d’Avola.
The winery’s range is as diverse as its landscape. Labels include:
- Cabernet Sauvignon Blanc de Noirs Sparkling Wine
- Chardonnay White
- Cabernet Sauvignon White
- White Wine (67% Chardonnay, 33% Petit Manseng)
- Cabernet Sauvignon Orange Wine
- Crystal (Niagara Grape) Orange Wine
- Cabernet Sauvignon Red
- Shiraz Red
- Cabernet Sauvignon Amarone Style Dry Red wine
- Crystal (Niagara Grape) Sweet White Wine
- Nero d’Avola & Cabernet Sauvignon Semi‑sweet Red Wine
- Rose Honey Grape Sweet Red Wine
Beyond winemaking, Domaine de Dameiyong plays a vital role in the local community, involving over 590 farming households across three townships in Mangkang County. In 2024, for example, it harvested 580 tonnes of grapes, helping raise average annual household income by more than RMB 8,000 – a strong driver of rural revitalisation.
Domaine de Dameiyong Flagship Store in Chengdu
Achieving a major milestone, Domaine de Dameiyong opened its first flagship store in Chengdu in January 2026, signaling its evolution from a regional brand to a national presence.
Soon, the winery will also travel beyond the Himalayas. Join Domaine de Dameiyong at Singapore Forever 29 November 2026 – a rare opportunity to taste these Tibetan wines!
