赤水河畔，秋意渐浓。每年农历九月初九，茅台以"重阳下沙"为始，开启一年酿造周期的匠心篇章。这 是自然与人文的共鸣，更是匠心与时间的对话。 茅台酒酿造使用的红缨子糯高粱，颗粒小，皮厚而坚实，果实饱满，支链淀粉含量高，其丰富的天然产 物也是茅台酒风味形成的底物，是酒体香气丰富、细腻协调、优雅醇厚的重要来源。 从一粒高粱到一滴美酒，茅台的酿造始终遵循自然规律。当重阳下沙的烟火气升腾，首届赤水河论坛于 10月28日在贵州省遵义市茅台镇启幕，以"天地位育"为主题，汇聚全球酒业领袖、文化学者及跨界精 英，共探酒业可持续发展之路。 赤水河奔涌不息，茅台匠心历久弥新。从重阳下沙的一粒高粱，到论坛对话的全球智慧，茅台始终践 行"让世界爱上茅台、让茅台香飘世界"的愿景，将佳酿呈现于广大消费者面前，推动全球酒业共同书写 文明华章。 "重阳下沙"中的"沙"不是沙石，而是茅台酒酿造的主要原料——红缨子糯高粱经过适当破碎后的别名， 适当破碎后的高粱经过润粮吸满水分，呈赭红色，很像赤水河里的河沙，因此得名。"重阳下沙"指的是 重阳时节的投料生产，这是茅台酒一个生产周期中的第一个轮次。 茅台酒的酿造遵循季节性生产方式，"端午制曲，重阳下沙" ...

Core Viewpoint - The article emphasizes the unique qualities and meticulous craftsmanship involved in the production of 九暹 (Jiu Xian) liquor, highlighting the significance of 红缨子糯高粱 (Red-tassel glutinous sorghum) as a key ingredient that embodies the essence of the 赤水河谷 (Chishui River Valley) [1][3][5]. Group 1: Ingredient Significance - 红缨子糯高粱 is described as a vital element that thrives in the harsh conditions of the Chishui River Valley, showcasing its resilience and ability to absorb the essence of the land [1][3]. - The grain is characterized by its "thick skin, small grain, and strong glutinous nature," which makes it suitable for the rigorous brewing process required by 九暹 [5][7]. Group 2: Craftsmanship and Process - The production process involves a stringent selection of the sorghum, with each grain being handpicked to ensure it can withstand nine rounds of steaming, eight rounds of fermentation, and seven rounds of distillation [5]. - The final product is a tribute to traditional craftsmanship, with a five-year aging process that enhances the flavor and quality of the liquor [5][9]. Group 3: Taste and Experience - The tasting experience of 九暹 is described as a journey through the essence of the Chishui River Valley, where the flavors reflect the land's depth and the artisans' dedication [7][9]. - The liquor offers a rich and smooth taste, combining the sweetness of the 红缨子糯高粱 with the complexity developed over time, making it a unique product in the market [7][9].

Group 1: Industry Development - The liquor industry in Luzhou, Sichuan Province is expanding from planting and brewing to a full industry chain model integrating culture and tourism [1] - Postal Savings Bank of Luzhou is actively engaging in local industry layout, using "industrial chain finance" to address financing challenges for growers, liquor companies, and distributors [1] Group 2: Raw Material Procurement Challenges - The core raw material for sauce liquor production, Hongyingzi glutinous sorghum, faces procurement challenges due to seasonal cash flow pressures for suppliers [2] - A supplier experienced a 15% increase in order volume for the 2024 autumn harvest but faced a funding gap of several million yuan, highlighting the urgency of timely financing [2] - Postal Savings Bank provided a quick loan of 1 million yuan to the supplier, enabling successful procurement within a critical timeframe [2] Group 3: Supporting Liquor Enterprises' Capacity Upgrades - A modern project at Sichuan Provincial Liquor Group's Yongle Sauce Liquor Base, with a total investment of 3.2 billion yuan, is under construction to enhance production capacity [3] - Postal Savings Bank customized financing solutions for this project, facilitating a fixed asset loan of 330 million yuan, with 267 million yuan disbursed to date [3] - The project is expected to create 415 new jobs and expand surrounding sorghum planting bases by 30,000 acres [3] Group 4: Addressing Distributor Financing Issues - Traditional financing models have left downstream distributors of Luzhou Laojiao struggling with seasonal inventory funding shortages due to lack of collateral [4] - Postal Savings Bank launched "Industrial e-loan," linking directly with Luzhou Laojiao's platform to provide credit based on real trade orders, enabling rapid loan disbursement [4] - By March 2023, the bank had provided 130 million yuan in financing to over 400 distributors, resulting in a 10% year-on-year increase in procurement within the industry chain [4]