Quick Answer
The Viticulture Visit from the Rhine Valley expansion adds 80 new visitor cards with unique backs, shifting focus from victory points to the wine business itself.
What Makes This Expansion Different
Unlike other Viticulture expansions that add modules or boards, Visit from the Rhine Valley is a pure card expansion. It replaces your existing visitor deck with a new set of 80 cards that emphasize the wine-making process over scoring victory points. This means you'll spend more time making strategic decisions about your vineyard rather than chasing point-scoring opportunities.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many cards are in the expansion?
The box contains 80 new visitor cards. There are no other components like boards, tokens, or player mats.
Can I mix these cards with other Viticulture visitor decks?
No. The cards have unique backs, so they must be played alone without any visitor cards from the base game, Tuscany, or Moor Visitors expansion. Plan to play with only the Rhine Valley deck when using this expansion.
Does this expansion work with Viticulture Essential Edition?
Yes, it works with any version of Viticulture that uses visitor cards, including the Essential Edition and the original release.
How does the gameplay change?
The cards focus less on victory points and more on the wine business itself, encouraging you to build your vineyard and produce wine rather than chase point-scoring actions. Expect a more thematic, business-oriented game with less emphasis on competitive point racing.
What is the price and where can I buy it?
The catalog price is USD 14.20 (comparison price USD 20.00). It is available from the Stonemaier Games store and select retailers.
Product Facts
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Viticulture: Visit from the Rhine Valley: This expansion for Viticulture provides you with a new set of 80 visitor cards, which focus less on victory points and more on the wine business itself. If you prefer a more thematic, business-focused game experience over a competitive point race, this deck changes how you play.
Viticulture: Visit from the Rhine Valley
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Viticulture: Visit from the Rhine Valley: These cards have their own unique backs, as they must be played without other visitor cards from Viticulture, Tuscany, and Moor Visitors. You cannot mix these cards with other visitor decks, so you must commit to this expansion alone for a consistent experience.