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Special Product of yeonggi
Written by Park Sung-youn
Photogr
aphed by Lim Hark-hyoun
Photo designed by Kim Jin-ju
Daebu
grapes
The Fragrant Pride of Ansan
Grand Coteau
wine
Grapes were first introduced on Daebu Island, Ansan City in
cious in September. They can be purchased throughout the is-
1954, immediately after the end of the 1950 to 1953 Korean
land at reasonable prices of about 5,000 won per kilogram.
War, when a local farmer planted about 50 Cambell
On Daebu Island, visitors can also enjoy a high-quality
grapevines. At the time, however, the grapes were not for sale,
wine with the brand name, “Grand Coteau.” Made from
but were only for the farmer’s personal consumption.
Daebu grapes, “Grand Coteau” has a less astringent, milder
Subsequently, the production of grapes increased gradually
and sweeter flavor than comparable wines. The Green Farmers
but the amount remained insignificant. It wasn’t until 1983
Cooperative Association, a group of local farmers, manufac-
that Daebu Island farmers began cultivating grapes in earnest
tures the wine. Currently, there are only two varieties of Grand
under the guidance of an agricultural instructor in hopes of
Coteau wine sold, red and pink. For those who are accustomed
generating high profits. Today, grapes have become a key farm
to French or Italian wines, the taste of Grand Coteau red wine
product in Ansan, supporting the local economy. At present,
may come as a surprise due to the absence of red wine’s char-
960 households on Daebu Island farm grapes in areas stretch-
acteristic tannin flavor. However, when enjoying the wine to-
ing over 6.3 million m
2
gether with food, its charm is readily apparent. Grand Coteau
According to agricultural experts, Daebu Island is blessed
wine not only enhances the flavor and taste of food but also
with natural conditions that are ideal for grape farming, name-
promotes digestion. As it has little in the way of alcohol-related
ly a dramatic difference in temperatures during the day and
after-effects, Grand Coteau is especially popular among wine
night and soil rich in minerals. Thanks to the fact that the area
lovers. Orders for Grand Coteau wine can be placed only by
is bordered by the sea, there is also an appropriate level of hu-
phone. To purchase the wine directly, you have to visit the
midity. As a result, Daebu grapes have thick skins and a heavy,
Green Farmers Cooperative Association on Daebu Island.
sweet flavor. The sweet fragrance can be detected even from
For inquiries, call 032-886-9873 or visit www.grand-
long distances. Daebu grapes are known to be particularly deli-
coteau.co.kr
03
september 2006 Gyeonggi The Heart of Korea
Written by Park Sung-youn
Photogr
aphed by Lim Hark-hyoun
Photo designed by Kim Jin-ju
Daebu
grapes
The Fragrant Pride of Ansan
Grand Coteau
wine
Grapes were first introduced on Daebu Island, Ansan City in
cious in September. They can be purchased throughout the is-
1954, immediately after the end of the 1950 to 1953 Korean
land at reasonable prices of about 5,000 won per kilogram.
War, when a local farmer planted about 50 Cambell
On Daebu Island, visitors can also enjoy a high-quality
grapevines. At the time, however, the grapes were not for sale,
wine with the brand name, “Grand Coteau.” Made from
but were only for the farmer’s personal consumption.
Daebu grapes, “Grand Coteau” has a less astringent, milder
Subsequently, the production of grapes increased gradually
and sweeter flavor than comparable wines. The Green Farmers
but the amount remained insignificant. It wasn’t until 1983
Cooperative Association, a group of local farmers, manufac-
that Daebu Island farmers began cultivating grapes in earnest
tures the wine. Currently, there are only two varieties of Grand
under the guidance of an agricultural instructor in hopes of
Coteau wine sold, red and pink. For those who are accustomed
generating high profits. Today, grapes have become a key farm
to French or Italian wines, the taste of Grand Coteau red wine
product in Ansan, supporting the local economy. At present,
may come as a surprise due to the absence of red wine’s char-
960 households on Daebu Island farm grapes in areas stretch-
acteristic tannin flavor. However, when enjoying the wine to-
ing over 6.3 million m
2
gether with food, its charm is readily apparent. Grand Coteau
According to agricultural experts, Daebu Island is blessed
wine not only enhances the flavor and taste of food but also
with natural conditions that are ideal for grape farming, name-
promotes digestion. As it has little in the way of alcohol-related
ly a dramatic difference in temperatures during the day and
after-effects, Grand Coteau is especially popular among wine
night and soil rich in minerals. Thanks to the fact that the area
lovers. Orders for Grand Coteau wine can be placed only by
is bordered by the sea, there is also an appropriate level of hu-
phone. To purchase the wine directly, you have to visit the
midity. As a result, Daebu grapes have thick skins and a heavy,
Green Farmers Cooperative Association on Daebu Island.
sweet flavor. The sweet fragrance can be detected even from
For inquiries, call 032-886-9873 or visit www.grand-
long distances. Daebu grapes are known to be particularly deli-
coteau.co.kr
03
september 2006 Gyeonggi The Heart of Korea
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