Rediscovering Taiwan’s Identity Through Locally-Produced Wine - Chen Chien-hao
In the 1990s, visionary winemaker Chen Chien-hao embarked on a mission within an industry overshadowed by history. As this documentary details, Taiwan fell under the grip of the monopoly system and silenced creative spirits in various industries of its people for nearly eight decades—one of which is the winemaking industry. Despite these odds, Chen Chien-hao persevered, dedicating himself to mastering the art of winemaking in Taiwan. Through this documentary, Chen shares his inspiring journey of transforming Taiwan’s indigenous produce into exquisite wines, uncovering the distinctive flavors of Taiwanese red wine and crafting Taiwan’s very own sweet potato soju. Join us as we rediscover forgotten chapters of Taiwanese history, skillfully brought to life by Chen Chien-hao’s expertise and passion. Through his lens, we learn not only about the intricacies of winemaking but also the resilience of the Taiwanese spirit.
