Spanish winery built from hempcrete blocks to preserve ancient grapes

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In the quiet countryside of Zayas de Bรกscones, Spain, a subtle architectural form is beginning to take shape. Designed by Fran Silvestre Arquitectos, a new winery is set to become more than a place to make wine. When completed, the Bodegas Dominio d’Echauz winery will serve as an archive, a laboratory, and a sanctuary dedicated to protecting and studying endangered grape varieties.

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Tags: Wine, Sustainability, Vineyard, Thermal mass, Hemp


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