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WineIndia

Sula at 25: A Quarter-Century of Putting Indian Wine on the Map

September 10, 2026Col Joe2734 views
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WineIndia

Wine Park Tasting: A testament of India Moving Beyond Cabernet and Chardonnay

August 18, 2026Col Joe2885 views
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Signet: Grover’s Bold Statement on the Future of Indian Fine Wine

July 18, 2026Col Joe391 views
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ProWine Mumbai Returns in November 2026: What Visitors Can Expect

July 11, 2026Col Joe461 views
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DrinksGeneral

12 Top Refreshing Drinks for Summer 2026

June 26, 2026Col Joe2766 views
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WineArgentina

Malbec Day 2026: The Quiet Premiumisation of Argentina’s Favourite Red

May 24, 2026Col Joe3433 views
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Editor's Picks

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Mouton Cadet 3.0 Reborn

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Ohhh…oh Summer Wine

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Discovering the Hidden Pleasures of the Wine World

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AwardsDrinks

India Drinks Retail Awards debut with fanfare

May 10, 2025Col Joe4811 views
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India Drinks Retail Awards (IDRA) has made a striking debut as the newest entrant on India’s alcoholic beverages (alcobev) landscape. In a sector where over 80% of alcohol sales take place through retail, the time was ripe for an initiative

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WineArgentina

Malbec World Day 2025: Revisiting Argentina’s Signature Wine in India

May 2, 2025Col Joe4391 views
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Malbec World Day returned to India with flair in 2025, as H.E. Mariano Caucino, the Ambassador of Argentina to India, graciously opened his residence to wine enthusiasts and trade professionals on the eve of this landmark day of the Argentine

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WineItaly

Vinitaly India Roadshow builds up momentum for Vinitaly 2025

March 13, 2025Col Joe4492 views
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VinItaly, the mega Italian wine fair, launched its India Roadshow at the Italian Embassy in New Delhi on 7th Mar 25. The two-day affair that continued on 8th Mar at Hotel Taj Vivanta, Dwarka New Delhi, was a joint effort

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WineGeorgia

A Georgian Wine Splash in India

December 19, 2024Col Joe5385 views
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New Delhi recently experienced the rich heritage of Georgian wine as two renowned wineries, GWS, and Château Mukhrani, presented an exquisite selection of wines from Georgia, a country that is often celebrated as the birthplace of wine. The exclusive tasting

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Wine & SpiritsEvents

ProWine Mumbai 2024 delivered the expected and more

December 6, 2024Col Joe4133 views
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Building upon the success of its previous editions, ProWine Mumbai 2024 delivered yet another engaging edition that brought together 170 exhibitors and featured over 1,000 brands from 18 countries. Co-organised by Messe Düsseldorf India and All Things Nice, ProWine Mumbai

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WineFrance

With 8 Years under its belt, Tastin’ France going strong in India

November 21, 2024Col Joe4792 views
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Tastin’ France returned to India this November for its eighth edition, presenting an impressive range of French wines through consecutive engagements in Delhi and Mumbai. This year’s event featured a mix of returning and new exhibitors, who showcased their exceptional

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ProWine Mumbai 2024: What to Expect at India’s Biggest Wine and Spirits Event this year

October 12, 2024Col Joe4112 views
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Prowine Mumbai is back for its 4th edition, and this year promises to be bigger and better. I am also pleased to share that this blog is an official Media Partner for the fair. Organised by Messe Düsseldorf India and All

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Meet Kamal Malik- India’s First and Only Master Sommelier

August 29, 2024Col Joe5344 views
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India has broken new ground with the achievement of its first Master Sommelier, Kamal Malik, a distinguished professional in the hospitality industry. In August 2024, the Court of Master Sommeliers (CMS) announced six new Master Sommeliers, including Kamal Malik alongside

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A Diverse Range of American Spirits showcased in New Delhi

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Continuing its initiative to promote American Spirits in India, the Distilled Spirits Council of the United States (DISCUS) hosted yet another tasting in New Delhi where existing as well as aspiring Spirits brands from the US were showcased. The event,

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What the Fox! 20 Imported Wines and Sakes to enjoy this Summer

May 21, 2024Col Joe5089 views
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A list of 20 wines and Japanese sake to refresh you this summer.

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Wine and Spirits is not just my passion, it is my raison d'être, the pull of which compelled me to give up my Army career of 23 years to pursue it full time. A Champagne Scholarship, hands-on experience in vineyards across Europe and Sake Breweries in Japan, and connecting with the global beverages world have been propelling this passion no end. Life suddenly started being more meaningful ever since I decided to empower myself with the belief- “In Vino Veritas”! - Read More


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The announcement is done. Now the excitement begin The announcement is done. Now the excitement begins! 🥂🔥

As Official Media Partner, Guns2Gewurztraminer is getting ready to bring you the people, pours, products, trends and stories that will shape India’s wine & spirits landscape.

📍 Mumbai | 18–19 November
🍷 Hundreds of labels. Countless conversations. One buzzing industry.

Watch this space.
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#ProWineMumbai #ProWineMumbai2026 #Guns2Gewurztraminer #WineAndSpirits #WineIndia SpiritsIndia BeverageIndustry Mumbai ProWine
🍶 Don’t just taste Sake. Experience it with someon 🍶 Don’t just taste Sake. Experience it with someone who has actually brewed it in Japan.

I’ve had the rare opportunity to work hands-on in Japanese Sake breweries, experiencing the craft from the inside—not just studying it from the outside.

Now, I’m bringing those experiences, stories and insights to the table at SAKE & SAN SAN.

🥢 7 Courses • 7 Pours • 20 Seats
📅 24 September | 7:30 PM
📍 San San, AIPL Masterpiece, Gurugram

₹4,999 all-inclusive
✨ Special pricing for Sake Club India Events Community members. WhatsApp +91 9354561987

Taste Sake. Hear the stories behind it. Discover what’s really in your glass. 🍶

🎟️ Book via the link in bio. Or DM me for more details.

#SakeClubIndia #JapaneseSake #SakeExperience #GurugramEvents #coloneljoe
Going with the Retro trend with a Real image. Circ Going with the Retro trend with a Real image.
Circa 1993. 
Location:  A bar in Pune
The groove was already set 😂🥃
#coloneljoe #retro #lookingback #worldofdrinks #beverageidustry
🍷 25 years of Sula Vineyards—and what a journey it 🍷 25 years of Sula Vineyards—and what a journey it has been!
From its first bottle to becoming a powerhouse of Indian wine, Sula’s evolution is also a story of India’s changing wine culture. 🇮🇳🍇
✨ Premiumisation, 🍾 dealcoholised wines and 🌿 an expanding wine-tourism footprint point to an exciting next chapter.
I recently experienced this journey through an intimate tasting and fireside chat with Rajeev Samant and Subhash Arora.
📖 Read my take on Sula at 25—and what the next years could hold. Link in bio or as under:

https://guns2gewurztraminer.com/sula-vineyards-25-years-indian-wine/

#SulaVineyards #SulaAt25 #IndianWine #coloneljoe #guns2gewurztraminer
🍷 India’s wine & spirits world is getting ready fo 🍷 India’s wine & spirits world is getting ready for its biggest rendezvous!
ProWine Mumbai 2026 returns on 18–19 November, bringing together an exciting universe of wines, spirits, brands and industry professionals under one roof.
From established global names to emerging discoveries, there will be plenty to taste, explore and talk about.
And this year, Guns2Gewurztraminer is proud to be the Official Media Partner once again. 🥂
Expect new launches, fascinating people, unexpected pours and insights into where India’s beverage landscape is headed.
📍 Pavilion 3, Jio World Convention Centre, BKC, Mumbai
18–19 November 2026 — Save the dates.
ProWine Mumbai: Come for the wines. Stay for the discoveries.

#ProWineMumbai #ProWineMumbai2026 #Guns2Gewurztraminer #WineIndia #IndianWine WineAndSpirits WineTrade SpiritsIndustry BeverageIndustry MumbaiEvents WineLovers DrinkIndustry SaveTheDate
Delhi Gets HIK 🍯 From Pune to Delhi — HIK Mead is Delhi Gets HIK 🍯
From Pune to Delhi — HIK Mead is making its way across India!
What makes this launch even more interesting? HIK is the only mead currently offered in a keg, bringing a fresh, modern take to this ancient honey-based drink. 🍯🍻
After Delhi, HIK is headed to a few more cities — including Goa, Lucknow, Ludhiana and Haldwani, alongside the metros.
The mead movement is spreading. And it’s just getting started.
#HIKMead #MeadIndia #Mead #HoneyWine #CraftBeverages Delhi Pune Lucknow Haldwani IndianDrinks DrinkLocal CraftDrinks
2012, Beaujolais. 🍇 A few days spent among the vin 2012, Beaujolais. 🍇 A few days spent among the vines during harvest—an experience that stays with you. Looking at today’s French vineyards, where warmer seasons are increasingly shifting harvest calendars, those memories feel rather different. Wine teaches you to notice change, vintage by vintage. 🍷
#Beaujolais #Harvest #WineLife #ClimateChange #Gamay
From vineyard to table, wine connects us to places From vineyard to table, wine connects us to places, history and each other.
Because wine isn’t just something we drink—it’s something we experience. 🍷
Presenting our recent experience of tasting some outstanding wines from @winepark_in , right in the heart of Delhi. Link as under or in bio:
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https://guns2gewurztraminer.com/wine-park-tasting-2026/
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#coloneljoe #winetasting #wineinindia #italianwine #frenchwine
The countdown is on! 🍷 ProWine Mumbai returns on The countdown is on! 🍷 
ProWine Mumbai returns on 18–19 November 2026 at Jio World Convention Centre, Mumbai. 
As Official Media Partner, Guns2Gewurztraminer is excited to bring you closer to the people, products and stories shaping India’s beverage landscape. Stay tuned for more! 🥂 #ProWineMumbai #ProWineMumbai2026 #G2G #WineIndia #BeverageIndustry
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