• Home
  • Top Categories
    • Wine
    • Sake
    • Reviews
    • Occasions
    • Spirits
    • News
    • Personalities
    • Liqueurs
  • Features
  • Events
  • Travelogue
    • France
      • Champagne
      • Bordeaux
      • The Rhône Valley
      • Beaujolais
    • Italy
      • Friuli Venezia Giulia
      • Tuscany
      • Veneto
    • Spain
      • Cataluña
      • La Rioja
    • Austria
      • Vienna
      • Rust
    • Japan
      • Tokyo
      • Aomori
      • Iwate
  • Web Stories
  • About
  • Contact
  • Archives
  • Print Articles
  • Web Stories
guns2gewurztraminer
menu
guns2gewurztraminer
  • Home
  • Top Categories
    • Wine
    • Sake
    • Reviews
    • Occasions
    • Spirits
    • News
    • Personalities
    • Liqueurs
  • Features
    Nanjing Duck 1

    Nanjing Style Duck

    strawberry-cake-smita

    Strawberry Cake

    vincent-girardin-wines

    The Latest Burgundian Wines in India

    gnochhi-di-tartufo

    Gnocchi di Tartufo (Truffle Gnocchi)

  • Events
  • Travelogue
    • France
      • Champagne
      • Bordeaux
      • The Rhône Valley
      • Beaujolais
    • Italy
      • Friuli Venezia Giulia
      • Tuscany
      • Veneto
    • Spain
      • Cataluña
      • La Rioja
    • Austria
      • Vienna
      • Rust
    • Japan
      • Tokyo
      • Aomori
      • Iwate
  • Web Stories
guns2gewurztraminer
SpiritsWhisky

Tasting Virasat Whisky: A journey through Indian Heritage

October 24, 2026Col Joe139 views
Read More
WineItaly

Ozzano Selection showcases Italian Wine Diversity in New Delhi

October 14, 2026Col Joe2993 views
Read More
WineIndia

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

September 10, 2026Col Joe2877 views
Read More
WineIndia

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

August 18, 2026Col Joe2970 views
Read More
WineIndia

Signet: Grover’s Bold Statement on the Future of Indian Fine Wine

July 18, 2026Col Joe500 views
Read More
EventsWine & Spirits

ProWine Mumbai Returns in November 2026: What Visitors Can Expect

July 11, 2026Col Joe537 views
Read More

Editor's Picks

Editor's picksWine

Mouton Cadet 3.0 Reborn

Editor's picksPersonalities

John Salvi: A Count who Mastered the art of Wine

Editor's picksWine

Ohhh…oh Summer Wine

Editor's picksWine

Discovering the Hidden Pleasures of the Wine World

DrinksUnited Kingdom

Craft Spirits from the UK woo India

November 21, 2022Col Joe5326 views
harrogate-tipple-ltd
views
5326

The timing perhaps couldn’t have been better. An inspiring range of Craft Spirits was showcased this October (2022) by the British High Commission in New Delhi and the Department for International Trade (DIT), even as hectic parleys resumed for the

Read More
WineFrance

Tastin’ France hits a Six in India

October 30, 2022Col Joe5636 views
views
5636

Continuing its impressive streak in India, the sixth edition of Tastin' France offered a diverse bouquet of wines- some familiar and yet newer expressions. This year, the yearly fixture, which is organized by Business France India, saw thirteen French producers

Read More
EuropeEvents

A Glassful of Europe in India

August 22, 2022Col Joe4046 views
IMG_4182
views
4046

If a drinks lover in India were asked one wish that could come true, it would probably be the lowering of imported liquor prices. It is no secret that India has one of the stiffest trade tariffs on imported alcohol,

Read More
PersonalitiesWineFrance

Adieu Monsieur Jean François Janoueix!

April 26, 2022Col Joe5403 views
DSC08081
views
5403

Jean-François Janoueix- Bordeaux's legendary winemaker and third-generation patriarch of Maison Joseph Janoueix that owns thirteen wine estates in the Libourne region of Bordeaux, France passed away recently at the age of 86. He is survived by his wife Françoise Janoueix

Read More
SakeJapan

Sake Shines at India’s First-Ever Vinexpo

January 14, 2022Col Joe4753 views
sake-club-india-at-vinexpoMika and me at Vinexpo India 2021.
views
4753

Sake Club India represented various Sake breweries from Japan in India's first ever Vinexpo conducted in New Delhi in Dec 2021.

Read More
WineFrance

The Fifth Edition of Tastin’ France Pushes the Envelope Further

December 22, 2021Col Joe5383 views
chateau-rombeau-languedoc-wines
views
5383

Building up on its earlier editions, Tastin' France 2021 pitched itself higher by showcasing an impressive range of wines, spirits and liqueurs from different regions of France.

Read More
WineUSA

Welcome to the Vino California

October 12, 2021Col Joe5308 views
Californian wines
views
5308

The absence of social engagements during the Covid-19 era has taken a definite toll on wine tastings, which are inarguably an inseparable part of the wine trade. Thankfully, with the situation improving in India, the first shoots of recovery are

Read More
WineEvents

Enthusing wines to beat the gloomy times

April 12, 2021Col Joe5519 views
wine-tasting-monika-enterprisesThe tasting gathering of wines imported by Monika Enterprises.
views
5519

Amid the resurgent Covid 19 gloom, there are shimmers of hope in various forms, wine tastings being one of them. Here is my experience of tasting some inspiring wines that brought a semblance of normalcy in the current challenging times...

Read More
India

Covid aftermath for Alcobev Trade in India

January 29, 2021Col Joe5037 views
china-garden-covid-precautionsCovid service precautions at China Garden Gurugram
views
5037

It is no secret that the Covid 19 pandemic has wreaked havoc on mankind like few before. After the loss of precious lives, the biggest casualty to the pandemic has probably been the worldwide business scenario. One of the worst

Read More
WineItaly

A Date with Friulian Wineries

December 31, 2020Col Joe5966 views
le-vigne-di-zamòThe main building of the Zamò winery seen through surrounding vineyards.
views
5966

An intimate travel in the heartlands of Friuli made me understand Friulian wines like never before.

Read More
Newer Stories 1 2 3 4 5 6 … 22 Older Stories

About me

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


Cheers Santé and Salud!


rk-sig




- Ravi Joshi aka Colonel Joe


My Personal Website

guns2gewurztraminer

INSTAGRAM

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
🥃 India’s single malt story just keeps getting mor 🥃 India’s single malt story just keeps getting more exciting! 🇮🇳

From earning global recognition to winning over Indian whisky lovers, homegrown single malts are proving that India can do much more than just drink whisky!

My recent tasting of Gamber Valley Whisky at Spiritz Achievers Awards was another reminder of the exciting possibilities emerging from India’s whisky scene.

👃 On the nose: Warm malt, hints of spice and inviting sweetness.
🥃 On the palate: Malty character, gentle spice and chocolate notes that make for an enjoyable sip.
✨ The finish: Warm, lingering and satisfying.

Indian single malts are carving out their own identity, one dram at a time. And for whisky lovers, that means more homegrown expressions worth exploring!

Have you tried Gamber Valley yet? What’s your favourite Indian single malt? 👇

#IndianSingleMalt #IndianWhisky #WhiskyTasting #makeinindia #ColonelJoe
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.
🎊
#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
Follow on Instagram

Connect on Facebook

Categories

Wine is the most civilized thing in the world.

Ernest Hemingway
Copyright - Guns 2 Gewurztraminer 2025