A Bordeaux Winemaking Simulation

Grand Cru:
The Winemaker

A winemaker's journey begins in Bordeaux

PLATFORM Steam / PC / Mac
STATUS Early Access
PRICE $9.99
LANGUAGES 11
Management Sim Winemaking Bordeaux NPC Negotiation Story Events Blending
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Trailer

Watch the official game trailer

Screenshots

Actual in-game footage
Dashboard
Estate Dashboard — Manage your château from the grand overview

How Wine Scoring Works

From terroir to final verdict — a 7-step pipeline based on real oenology
1. Terroir
2. Harvest
3. Winery
4. Barrel Aging
5. Four Pillars
6. Blending
7. Final Verdict
View Full Wine Scoring Pipeline →

Core Features

What makes Grand Cru unique
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Vineyard Management

Grow 6 Bordeaux grape varieties. Manage soil, climate, and seasonal tasks to cultivate the finest grapes.

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Winery System

Control fermentation sliders, oak barrel types, and aging duration. Every winery decision affects the final score.

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Market & Negotiation

Negotiate prices with 25 unique NPC buyers across 6 types. Each has their own preferences and budget.

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Gazette & Reviews

Read the Bordeaux wine industry newspaper. Critics review your wines and market trends shift.

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Chef Contracts

Sign long-term deals with Michelin restaurants. Stable income and prestige for your estate.

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Economy Simulation

Realistic pricing, maintenance costs, labor wages, and market dynamics. Every franc counts.

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Bordeaux Blending

Create multi-varietal blends with synergy bonuses. The art of assemblage awaits.


Season Cycle

1 Year = 4 Seasons, each with key activities
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SPRING
Mar — May
  • Plant new grapevines
  • Pruning
  • Soil management & fertilizing
  • Frost risk preparation
  • Ship previous year's wine
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SUMMER
Jun — Aug
  • Canopy management
  • Pest monitoring & control
  • Irrigation decisions
  • Chef contract signing
  • Gazette summer issue
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FALL
Sep — Nov
  • Harvest timing decisions
  • Fermentation control
  • Oak barrel selection
  • Blending & winemaking
  • Buyer visits & negotiation
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WINTER
Dec — Feb
  • Wine aging management
  • Annual financial review
  • Critic review announcements
  • Facility upgrades
  • Next year strategy planning

Buyer Ecosystem

25 NPC Buyers — 6 Types
Type Count Price/Bottle Volume Traits
🏆 Collector 3 $80 — $1,200 20 — 100 Highest prices. Small quantities. 90+ scores only.
📜 Courtier 3 $25 — $250 120 — 600 Bordeaux brokers. Steady volume, master negotiators.
👨‍🍳 Chef 7 $15 — $150 12 — 300 Michelin restaurants. Long-term contracts. Stable income.
🌍 Importer 4 $10 — $120 300 — 5,000 Bulk buyers. US/Korea/Japan markets. Fierce negotiation.
🏪 Hypermarket 2 $5 — $22 600 — 2,500 Lowest prices. Massive volume. Good for clearing inventory.
🛒 Chain / Outlet 4 $4 — $30 300 — 1,200 Mass market. Trend-driven. Safety net for excess stock.

Full Release Content

Deeper events, rival showdowns & story conclusion
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50+ Realistic Events

Weather disasters, rival encounters, unexpected visitors, industry crises, and wine festivals.

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NPC Affinity & Events

Build relationships with buyers. Unlock exclusive deals and story events.

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Main Story

Father's debt, a legendary vintage, and the truth behind Grand Cru.