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Vive La Bourgogne: A Grand Showcase of Burgundian Wines and Gourmet Specialities

November 1, 2026Col Joe2931 views
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Indian Malt Whisky Association (IMWA) and Scotch Whisky Association (SWA) Sign Cooperation Agreement

October 28, 2026Col Joe141 views
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Tasting Virasat Whisky: A journey through Indian Heritage

October 24, 2026Col Joe252 views
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Ozzano Selection showcases Italian Wine Diversity in New Delhi

October 14, 2026Col Joe3101 views
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Sula at 25: A Quarter-Century of Putting Indian Wine on the Map

September 10, 2026Col Joe2972 views
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Wine Park Tasting: A testament of India Moving Beyond Cabernet and Chardonnay

August 18, 2026Col Joe3059 views
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10 Tips on Sensible Drinking in the Celebratory Season

December 29, 2012Col Joe7487 views
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Who wants to spend an entire day pitching and yawing in bed after a night of revelry? Be your energetic self the night after just by observing some simple rules…

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My French Wine Odyssey: Champagne Taittinger

December 16, 2012Col Joe4824 views
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Did you know that the Château de la Marquettrie estate of Champagne Taittinger was once a military headquarters? This and a whole lot of other historical perspective makes the house as endearing as it’s chalk cellars in Saint Nicaise Abbey…

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My French Wine Odyssey: Champagne Cattier

October 25, 2012Col Joe5313 views
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From visiting the 150 years old,cellars that are also home to the glitzy Armand the Brignac , to a personal tasting with Jean Jacques Cattier, our visit to Champagne Cattier at Chigny les Roses was as racy as the lights

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My French Wine Odyssey: Champagne Billecart-Salmon

October 10, 2012Col Joe3968 views
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Champagne Billecart-Salmon, situated in the Grand Cru of Mareuil-sur-Aÿ , has a history dating back to 1818 when it was founded with the matrimonial alliance of the Billecart and Salmon families. A synergy that still manifests in the goodness of

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My French Wine Odyssey

October 5, 2012Col Joe3898 views
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Can a wine lover be limited to just one wine region of a country? Surely not. A thought that compelled me to chart a course in France from Champagne to Bordeaux, Rhône Valley,Beaujolais and finally to Paris.

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Tasting Bordeaux Grands Crus Wines: Vintage 2009

August 14, 2012Col Joe5317 views
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The first ever tasting of Bordeaux Grands Crus wines from member estates of Union des Grands Crus de Bordeaux (UGCB) held in New Delhi was a wine lover’s dream come true.

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Saying Santé to French Wines

July 22, 2012Col Joe5080 views
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My maiden wine tasting on Jour de Bastille for my French language institute saw Taittinger Champagne, Corbière red wine, French baguette and a number of enthusiastic souls saying “ah oui!”

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Guns2Gewurztraminer- Why the unusual Title?

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Certain wine expeditions begin on an unconventional note. Mine has been one of those from being a person handling guns to one handling wine. This is the genesis of Guns2Gewurztraminer.

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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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🪔 A little sparkle, a lot of warmth, and memories 🪔 A little sparkle, a lot of warmth, and memories that last!

This Diwali, may life be as bright as a thousand diyas, and as delightful as a great wine shared with good friends.

Wishing everyone a joyful, prosperous, and laughter-filled Diwali. Let’s celebrate life, one beautiful moment at a time!

Shubh Deepavali! ✨

#HappyDiwali #Diwali2026 #ColonelJoe #FestiveCheers #CelebrateLife
🍷 Mark your calendars. See you at ProWine Mumbai 2 🍷 Mark your calendars. See you at ProWine Mumbai 2026! 🥂

Some events leave a lasting impression—and ProWine Mumbai is certainly one of them. 🕺
Sharing an anime-style throwback of our @sakeclubindia booth from the previous edition makes the memories even sweeter!
The excitement returns on 18–19 November 2026 at the Jio World Convention Centre, Mumbai, bringing together the world of wines, spirits and and other beverages under one roof.

Whether you’re in the trade, hospitality, or simply passionate about beverages, this is where discovery, networking and new opportunities await.

📍 Jio World Convention Centre, Mumbai
📅 18–19 November 2026

Register for free until 10 Nov 26. 

🔗Registration link in bio

#ProWineMumbai2026 #guns2gewurztraminer #OfficialMediaPartner #coloneljoe  #SakeClubIndia
Some lovely memories of Mumbai’s coast, now with a Some lovely memories of Mumbai’s coast, now with a little AI and Movie drama thrown in. 🌴🍸

If only every evening came with its own movie poster!

#MumbaiMemories  #AIReimagined #BollywoodNostalgia #SunsetAndSips #ColonelJoe
Vin Haute Couture — that’s what I’d call this! 😍🍷 Vin Haute Couture — that’s what I’d call this! 😍🍷

A breathtaking showcase of Burgundian wines at the Embassy of France in India, under the aegis of Business France India, had wine lovers spellbound. 🤩

In my experience, this was the first tasting of its kind in India to bring together such a focused and wide ranging selection of Burgundy wines.

From regional Bourgogne appellations and Village wines to Premiers Crus and Grands Crus, the lineup was a fascinating exploration of Burgundy’s diversity. An outstanding vintage sparkling wine—not a Crémant de Bourgogne as one would normally anticipate, and a low-ABV wine spritzer added further intrigue.

Exquisite Burgundian delicacies rounded off the experience beautifully. 🇫🇷

Swipe through for a glimpse of this celebration of Burgundy, and stay tuned for more insights on the blog!

Santé! 🍷

#ColonelJoe #WineLover #FrenchWines #BurgundyWines #VinsDeBourgogne WineTasting
🥃 NEAT, WITH WATER, OR ON THE ROCKS? Three glasse 🥃 NEAT, WITH WATER, OR ON THE ROCKS?

Three glasses. One whisky. Three ways to explore its character!

My recent tasting of Virasat Whisky by Rampur Distillery came with a unique outing— a heritage walk around Delhi’s magnificent Humayun’s Tomb, connecting India’s fascinating past with the rising stature of Indian single malts.

🔗 Read the full story: Link in bio!

🥃 Now tell me — how do YOU prefer your whisky- neat, with water or “on the rocks” ?

#VirasatWhisky #IndianSingleMalt #WhiskyTasting 
#coloneljoe #guns2gewurztraminer
Happy Champagne Day! Celebrating the wine that sta Happy Champagne Day!
Celebrating the wine that started my wine journey on a rather celebratory note with a scholarship trip to the famed region.
Life has never been the same again 🫡
All I can say is- there are some great sparkling wines around the world- but the greatest of them remains Champagne 🥂 
Santé 🍾🥂🎊
🇮🇹🍷 A little Italy in every glass! From Veneto’s 🇮🇹🍷 A little Italy in every glass!

From Veneto’s fresh, mineral whites to Puglia’s bold Primitivo and Piedmont’s celebrated Barolo, this tasting was a delicious reminder of just how diverse Italian wines can be! 🍇✨

At a special New Delhi showcase by Ozzano Selection, guided by Matteo Ozzano, we travelled across Italy’s wine regions without leaving the table. Different grapes, different terroirs, different stories — and plenty to discover! 🥂

Some familiar names, some new discoveries, and one wonderful evening celebrating the art of Italian winemaking.

🔗 Read the full story on Guns2Gewurztraminer — link in bio!
#ItalianWines #WineTasting #OzzanoSelection #coloneljoe #guns2gewurztraminer
A fun bar takeover by ace mixologists Santosh Kukr A fun bar takeover by ace mixologists Santosh Kukreti and Sanjeet Yadav showcasing some ingenious cocktails made using a beverage selection from Bottle Bridge Beverages, that included a Mezcal Artesanal too!
Among the creative libations, my favourite turned out to be “Say Cheese”- 
made with Bourbon, Parmesan Cheese, Spicy Pineapple, Lemon and Vegan Foamer- a savoury delight that had  guests asking for more.
A perfect start to the festive season 🍸
Keep it coming folks!🙌
#coloneljoe #cocktailculture #cocktailkings #festiveseason #finebeverages
🇮🇳🥃 A promising future for Indian Whisky! An insi 🇮🇳🥃 A promising future for Indian Whisky! 
An insightful visit to the Indian Malt Whisky Association (IMWA) and a stimulating meeting with its Director General Maj Gen (Dr.) Rajesh Chopra,  AVSM(Retd)- also my senior from the Indian Army 🫡 🇮🇳
Great to see IMWA’s efforts in defining standards for Indian malt whisky, strengthening credibility and helping Indian whisky reach a wider global audience. 🌍
As Indian whisky makes its mark internationally, such initiatives will be key to building recognition and trust.
Cheers to that!
#ColonelJoe #IndianWhisky #IndianSingleMalt #IMWA  #MakeInIndia
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