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Vinhos is a heavy economic euro game about wine making in Portugal where players take on the role of winemakers seeking recognition in the industry over six years. Players buy vineyards, build wineries, develop and produce wines, and sell them at fairs while managing resources and building their reputation. The game features complex interlocking systems and was notably Vital Lacerda's first published design.

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The Verdict

based on 13 reviews

Positive 0%
Strong integration of theme and mechanics, making the gameplay intuitive.
Deep and rewarding strategic experience with meaningful decisions.
High-quality components and excellent graphic design, especially in the Deluxe Edition.
Engaging sense of progression as you develop your wineries and produce better wine.
An elegant action selection mechanism that creates interesting player interaction.
The game is very complex, difficult to teach, and has a long playing time.
Can be overwhelming for some players due to the number of rules and interconnected systems.
The gameplay can be punishing, where early mistakes can have long-lasting consequences.
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The Opinionated Gamers, Rick ThornquistArticle

The reviewer highly praises Vinhos as an excellent, complex 'gamer game' with superb production and clever mechanisms, initially considering it a perfect 10. However, they identify significant flaws like a strong first-player advantage, tight money, and a scripted opening that prevent it from reaching its full potential.

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Drive Thru Games, Joel EddyVideo

This review from Drive Thru Games examines Vinhos Deluxe Edition, a complex economic game of wine production from Vital Lacerda. It discusses the game's design, updated artwork, and overall production.

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Rahdo Runs Through, RahdoVideo

The video is a gameplay runthrough for 'Vinhos Deluxe Edition', an updated version of the physical board game. Rahdo explains the game's mechanics, highlights changes from the original, and offers his preference for the deluxe edition.

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Topping the Table, Jamie HopkinsArticle

The reviewer highly recommends Vinhos as a complex yet rewarding strategy game, praising its depth, engaging social interaction, and beautiful thematic design. They find it balances challenge for seasoned players with accessibility for newcomers, offering a fulfilling journey into winemaking.

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The Thoughtful GamerArticle

Vinhos is a quick game disguised as a complex one that reveals new depths with repeated plays, demonstrating that even imperfect experiences can be among the best.

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slickerdrips, slickerdripsVideo

The reviewer highly praises Vinhos Deluxe Edition for its expanded content and beautiful presentation, calling the original game 'amazing'. He particularly enjoys the solo mode's multifaceted objectives beyond just points.

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Tabletop Bellhop, Tabletop BellhopVideo

This is a comprehensive review of the physical Vinhos Deluxe Edition, a heavy economic strategy board game about winemaking in Portugal. It highlights the game's depth and updated features, positioning it as a strong offering for fans of complex board games.

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Behind the Box, Behind the BoxVideo

The reviewer praises Vinhos for its strong thematic integration, noting that all elements seamlessly connect and create a satisfying sense of progression, making the game still very much worth playing.

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The Boardgame Mechanics, JasonVideo

This video offers a detailed diagnostic of the board game Vinhos, likely exploring its core mechanics, player experience, and overall design. It aims to provide comprehensive insights for those interested in the game.

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Man vs Meeple, Drakkenstrike (Man vs Meeple)Video

This video from Man vs Meeple offers a review of the physical board game "Vinhos," including a breakdown of its components and an exploration of its gameplay and strategic depth. The reviewer discusses the game's challenging rules yet rewarding experience for fans of deep Eurogames.

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BoardGameBollocks, BoardGameBollocksVideo

The video from BoardGameBollocks provides a review of the physical board game Vinhos, discussing its intricate engine-building, thematic elements, and complexity. The reviewers highlight the game's momentum and the effective use of its wine-making theme. They recommend the game, acknowledging its challenging nature and touching on differences in the deluxe edition.

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The Dice Tower, Ryan MetzlerVideo

This video features Ryan Metzler reviewing Vinhos, a heavy Eurogame where players embody Portuguese wine producers. The goal is to expand their wine business, improve wine quality, and strategically sell and export wines to achieve fame and win awards at tasting fairs.

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Before You Play, Before You PlayVideo

This video provides a comprehensive playthrough and review of the Vinhos board game. It includes a rules overview, a full game demonstration, and a concluding segment with the reviewers' thoughts on the game.

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