Can ancient vines be a national treasure? The French say oui!

Can't imagine that a cow or a vine would be declared a national treasure in the US, but in France, their heritage is so important, especially these ancient vines which are the only original ones left in France after a blight destroyed so many. http://www.vancouversun.com/life/French+classify+ancient+vines+national+treasure/6843474/story.html