Nanguo Li

Pear Wine

Your new favourite companion for every meal

Queen of Pears, where royal fruit meets ancient spirit

From Orchard Queen to Nanguo Li glass, every sip tells our story

Nicknamed "Queen of Pears", the Nanguo Li (pronounced "nangwa lee") pear is a rare variety fruit native only to Northeastern China, specifically Liaoning Province. These small fruits are one of the top varieties of pears cultivated in China and are highly favoured for their flavour.

The Perfect Table Companion: The Joys of Nanguo Li pear wine

When we think of dinner wines, grapes usually take centre stage. But there is a hidden gem that brings its own graceful charm to any meal: sweet Nanguo Li wine. Crafted from sun-ripened, juicy nanguo pears - the finest Queen of Pears - this is a drink made to be shared, savoured, and celebrated at the table.

Nanguo Li Wine exports to new markets

From July 2026, Nanguo Li pear wine is ready for exporting to new markets on the European continent. We are currently seeking out partners that share our passion for high quality, handcrafted wine with a unique heritage and sustainable production.

Made from: high-quality Nanguo pears at Hai Cheng, Liaoning Province, China.
Raw materials: Nanguo pears, rock sugar.
Original juice content: 100%.
Alcohol content: 12% by volume.
Net content: 750ml.

Speciality White + Premium Still table wines. Currently available in sweet variants. A dry variant will be available from the 2026 autumn harvest.

JULY
2026

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Nanguo Li wine: precious, pure, pear-perfected

Nanguo pears are a natural hybrid native to the Liaoning Province in northeastern China and have been cultivated here for over 100 years. The variety was first discovered in Haicheng, south east of Anshan, a region traditionally known for its steel production but now also famous for its pears.

The city uses Nanguo Li pears grown in the mountains of Haicheng to attract visitors, and growers claim that the mother tree is still alive. The tree is believed to be over 130 years old and only bears fruits on one side of the trunk. The trees blossom for one week only in late spring. Imagine if you can, a whole mountainside covered in pear blossom during the afternoon sun. It really is a stunning sight to behold.

In 1986, Nanguo pears were recognized by the China Fruit Research Institute as a valuable variety. Within Liaoning Province, the district of Haicheng is the central region for Nanguo Li production.

The regal pear at the heart
of winemaking

Nanguo pears are a favoured fruit in the city of Anshan, China, during the Mid-Autumn Festival. The annual Chinese holiday celebrates family reunions and the full moon, and the date for the festival changes each year according to the Chinese lunar calendar. During the festival, elaborate meals with auspicious ingredients are eaten to bring good luck, and many families choose to travel over the holiday to escape from the pressures of daily life. Pears are one of the customary foods consumed for the Mid-Autumn Festival and are believed to prevent separation or the departure of loved ones. Traditionally, the word pear in Chinese sounds like the word “to separate,” leading many Chinese to superstitiously not share pears to prevent unintended separation.

A Gentle, Crowd-Pleasing Character

Unlike bold reds or sharp whites that can divide palates, Nanguo Li pear wine strikes a warm, welcoming balance. It carries the fresh, delicate sweetness of ripe fruit - soft, honeyed, and never cloying - with a light, crisp finish that leaves your palate refreshed. It feels like sunshine in a glass: approachable for guests who prefer something milder, yet complex enough to delight seasoned wine lovers.

Queen of Pears, rooted in land and legacy

Cong Gang Orchards

Cong Gang was born and raised in Haicheng. After leaving school at the age of 13, Gang went to work in the pear orchard owned by his grandfather where he would take the fruit to the capital, Beijing where he would sell it at the roadside. At the age of 17 he inherited the orchard and gradually expanded the business into what it is today - a 15,000 acre pear wine production base. Mr. Cong is THE original Nanguo Li wine producer of Liaoning.

In Anshan, Nanguo Li pears are seen growing on the mountainside orchards and along city streets during the Mid-Autumn Festival, filling the air with an enchantingly sweet fragrance. The pears have become a highlighted attraction of the region, and many tourists visit during the festival to handpick and sample the rare fruits. Visitors also tour the mountains, where the pear trees are all hand cultivated, to learn about the distinctly flavoured variety.

A local delicacy, Nanguo Li pears require specific growing conditions to develop the fruit’s signature flavour. The fruit is sensitive to sunlight, temperature, and soil and only cultivated in a small geographic region in northeast China. Cong Gang Orchards covers 15,000 acres of prime Nanguo Li pear trees in the mountains of Haicheng, Liaoning Province. Located southeast of Anshan city, this is the pear base of Liaoning Cong's Fruit Industry Co. Ltd. Each tree is meticulously cared for by a team of 400 orchard workers. Every pear is handpicked at the beginning of autumn from a crop of more than 100,000 trees.

Nanguo li pears grown in Haicheng have a distinct flavour due to the region's unique cultivation traits. The soil in the mountains of Haicheng is filled with iron; contributing to the fruit’s rich, fermented flavour. Additionally, the mountains have a balanced climate that encourages optimum flavour year after year. This unusual terroir has led Nanguo Li pears being the most desired pear in China and these regional fruits always command a premium price due to their limited availability.

Nanguo Li pears: Rich and diverse

The aroma of a fruit is an important indicator that reflects the quality of its flavour. The Nanguo pear (Pyrus ussuriensis Maxim.) is a fruit in Liaoning Province, China, that effuses an attractive aroma during fruit ripening. As the fruit ripens the aroma changes from ‘green’ to ‘fruity.’ Thus, it is a favourite of consumers in China and throughout the world. The demand for high-quality fruit is increasing as living standards improve. Aroma is one of the main criteria for consumer preferences.

Versatile at Every Course

This is where Nanguo Li wine truly shines: it works beautifully from the first bite to the last.

With starters: It cuts through rich pâtés, balances salty cheeses like brie or blue, and complements light salads perfectly.
With mains: It pairs wonderfully with roast pork, chicken, glazed ham, or nutty vegetarian dishes - its sweetness harmonising with savoury and spiced flavours without overpowering them.
With dessert: It is a match made in heaven for fruit tarts, crumbles, soft cheeses, or simply enjoyed on its own to round off the evening.

Pure, Honest Craft

A fine Nanguo Li wine tells the story of its fruit. Made from carefully hand-harvested pears, it retains that distinct, aromatic essence - subtle floral notes, a hint of orchard freshness, and that signature smooth sweetness you only get from fruit grown with care. It feels wholesome, natural, and utterly comforting.

Made for Togetherness

Above all, Nanguo Li wine is a wine of connection. It invites slow sipping, easy conversation, and long evenings around the dinner table. Whether you are hosting a formal feast, a casual family lunch, or a gathering of friends, it brings a touch of warmth and elegance that makes every meal feel a little more special.

Queen of Pears Nanguo Li Wine, the perfect balance of orchard sweetness and fine craft: your new favourite companion for every meal.