Major update
v0.9.0 — 3D Tasting Room + Reputation Ladder
Grand Cru: The Wine Maker · published · build 24275456
Grand Cru: The Wine Maker — v0.9.0 Update
Bonjour, winemakers!
This is our biggest visual update yet — and the last big step before 1.0. Pour a glass and come have a look.
Gameplay
- 3D Tasting Room — A brand-new, fully 3D room you can visit right from the sidebar. Candlelight, oak barrels, a wine rack along the wall, and a tasting table set with glasses and a decanter. The space grows richer as your estate climbs the tiers.
- Reputation Ladder — Your standing now follows one clear path: Newcomer → Established → Prestigious → Legendary. The status bar shows your current tier at a glance, so you always know how close the next rung is.
Balance & Fixes
- Honest Storage Forecasts — The storage-cost forecast and the Finances tab now match your actual bill, tier for tier. No more surprises at the end of the season.
A Note on Price
With this milestone, Grand Cru moves to $12.99. If you've been waiting — now is the moment, before the update goes live. And to everyone who joined us early: thank you. You had the best seat at the table.
What's Next
1.0 is nearly here. Thank you for building this château with us — the best vintage is still ahead.
Santé!
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