# Château Academy > Vineyard management simulation game for aspiring wine producers. (iPhone/iPad app by shinypix.) - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/chateau-academy/id687322565 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`) - Developer: [shinypix](https://appshunter.io/developer/578242939) - Category: Games, Education, Simulation - Price: Free - Rating: 3.30/5 from 3 App Store ratings · 1 written reviews indexed - Age rating: 12+ - Requires: iOS 8.0 · 26 MB - Languages: American English - Released: 2013-08-19 - Data updated: 2026-06-10 - Monetization: free - User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/chateau-academy/id687322565/reviews.md ## What is Château Academy? Château Academy is a free serious game aiming to get players interested in the vineyard culture, wine-growing and wine selling functions. The targeted players are scholars between 14 and 20. The game is in solo player mode and doesn’t require any internet connection. The game At start, you buy a wine “Château” in the Bordeaux area. You will have to manage your estate, buying tools and machinery and hiring employees with different qualifications in order of making the best possible wine to sell. Every professional function has a short explanation. Deeper information on every job is available through an internet link to videos and files. The game covers a whole year. Game time ratio is 1 week every 2 minutes of real time, so the game can be finished in less than 1 ½ hour and started again to improve the score. Score is a combination of amount of money (earned selling the production) and reputation of the “Château” (result of the care the player took of the estate). Gameplay is based on a sequence of tasks to be fulfilled in a limited time. Random climatic incidents (hail and snow) can happen. User interface Interface is tactile usual: choices are made with a one finger touch; in and out zooming is made with two fingers moving closer or spread. Initial instructions Once you’ve made your initial choice (your estate location), you are welcomed by your executive staff and receive the first elementary game instructions and menu descriptions. Everyday tasks As soon as the game starts, you will have a lot of “tasks” to perform, which are reported with a warning. When touched, the warning opens the description of the task and what’s needed to fulfill it, i.e. specific employees and, most of the time, tools or an extra device for his tractors. All year long, you will have to take care of your grapevine and your wine in barrels and bottles. You will also have to manage your team. For instance, when hiring an employee, you have to choose his efficiency. The more efficient, the higher is his fee. An option is to hire less efficient people and when they are not staffed, to send them to professional training. When back, they are 10% more efficient but they don’t cost more. You are supposed to take care of your tools too. If not, failures will happen at the less appropriate moment. The project Chateau Academy is supported by public French “Conseil Régional d’Aquitaine”. The partners of the project’s consortium are EPLEFPA Bordeaux Gironde, CIVB, Inno’Vin and Shinypix. ## Key features - Vineyard management simulation - Wine-growing and selling - Estate management - Employee hiring and training - Year-long gameplay cycle - Score based on money and reputation ## Recent user reviews (1 of 1) All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/chateau-academy/id687322565/reviews.md ### 3/5 — Needs to slow down! *2017-05-28* Love the concept of this app and the graphics are great. This is exactly the type of vineyard "game" I was looking for. However, there is too much constantly going on all over the place to allow the player to relax and enjoy the game. Part of growing grapes is the "hurry up and wait" part where you actually get to taste the fruits of your labor. This app will leave you thirsty from all the stressful running around you have to do to keep it going. Slow things down a bit and you'll have a winner! ## Frequently asked questions about Château Academy ### What is Château Academy? Château Academy is a free serious game designed to introduce players to vineyard culture, wine-growing, and wine selling. It offers a simulated experience of managing a wine estate. ### Does Château Academy require an internet connection? No, Château Academy is a solo player game that does not require any internet connection to play. ### How long does it take to play Château Academy? The game covers a full year with a time ratio of 1 week every 2 minutes of real time, allowing it to be finished in less than 1.5 hours. It can be replayed to improve scores. ### What is the goal in Château Academy? The goal is to manage your wine estate effectively, earning money by selling your production and building your 'Château's' reputation. The score is a combination of both. ### What kind of tasks can I expect in Château Academy? You will perform daily tasks such as managing grapevines, caring for wine in barrels and bottles, and managing your team. This includes hiring employees, purchasing tools, and maintaining equipment. ### Can I train my employees in Château Academy? Yes, you can hire less efficient employees and send them for professional training. Upon their return, they become 10% more efficient without an increase in cost. ### What devices is Château Academy available on? Château Academy is available on iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices. ### Does Château Academy have ads? No, Château Academy does not contain advertisements. ## Version history (last 5 releases) ### 1.0.9 — 2017-04-21 This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon. * Fixed a crash on 64 bits devices ### 1.0.8 — 2017-02-20 Fixes a bug where the input dialog was not working when entering a nickname ### 1.0.7 — 2015-04-14 Confined spraying added ### 1.0.6 — 2014-10-16 - iOS 8 compatibility ### 1.0.4 — 2014-05-09 bug fixes ## More apps by shinypix - [Little Red Riding Hood : ShinyTales](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/little-red-riding-hood-shinytales/id1014418535) - [Horse Park Tycoon 2](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/horse-park-tycoon-2/id1230447502) All apps by shinypix: https://appshunter.io/developer/578242939 --- *Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). User reviews are verbatim App Store reviews. Ratings, prices and chart positions refresh continuously; this snapshot is from 2026-06-10.*