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Putin's Wine Push Fuels Growth in Russian Wine Industry

Putin's Wine Push Fuels Growth in Russian Wine Industry

Russia is making more wine, partly because of the war in Ukraine and Western sanctions.

President Putin is encouraging people to buy Russian-made products.

This has led to a jump in domestic wine sales, as imported wines have become more expensive.

The government is even making rules to ensure that shops sell more Russian wine.

However, some people in the wine industry are worried about the future, especially if sanctions end and imports return.

It's a mix of patriotism and economic changes affecting the drinks people buy.

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