Red Mountain Estate Winery

Visit one of only two wineries in all of Myanmar. Bert Morsbach, a German entrepreneur, tested 100 grape varieties here. Only 5 survived. He spent years convincing locals that grapes could grow on these hillsides. Now Red Mountain produces 100,000 bottles annually from 24 hectares. The tasting costs $3.40 for four glasses. The view of Inle Lake and the Shan hills is free. You are drinking wine where almost no one has tried.

Insider tips

• 30-minute bike ride from Nyaung Shwe - rent a bicycle in town

• The $3.40 tasting is not a typo - it is that cheap

• Sunset from the terrace is spectacular - time your visit accordingly

• Ask Bert (if he is there) why he chose Myanmar of all places