
Bhutan Develops New Wine Industry
The Himalayan kingdom of Bhutan is actively building a wine industry from scratch, with the Bhutan Wine Company cultivating vineyards and producing wines that reflect local values and traditions.
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The Himalayan kingdom of Bhutan is actively building a wine industry from scratch, with the Bhutan Wine Company cultivating vineyards and producing wines that reflect local values and traditions.
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