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WineIndia

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

July 18, 2026Col Joe97 views
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ProWine Mumbai Returns in November 2026: What Visitors Can Expect

July 11, 2026Col Joe120 views
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12 Top Refreshing Drinks for Summer 2026

June 26, 2026Col Joe2365 views
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Malbec Day 2026: The Quiet Premiumisation of Argentina’s Favourite Red

May 24, 2026Col Joe3260 views
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WineUSA

California Calling: A Curated Tasting in the Capital

May 4, 2026Col Joe3010 views
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India Bartender Show 2026: Where India’s Bar Culture Met the World

March 11, 2026Col Joe2679 views
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John Salvi: A Count who Mastered the art of Wine

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Mouton Cadet 3.0 Reborn

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Ohhh…oh Summer Wine

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A celebration of Argentine Wines on Malbec World Day 2019

May 20, 2019Col Joe5194 views
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The 2019 edition of Malbec World Day was celebrated in New Delhi. The day falls on 17 Apr each year, with its significance lying in a landmark event when on 17 April 1853, then Argentine President Domingo Faustino Sarmiento officially

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WineIndia

Wine Shines at delWine Summit and Excellence Awards 2019

May 14, 2019Col Joe5760 views
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Bigger and better would be the right words to describe the delWine Summit and Excellence Awards (dWSEA) that concluded recently in its second edition in New Delhi.

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Ohhh…oh Summer Wine

April 16, 2019Col Joe8586 views
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There are certain wines that are more enjoyable during a particular season. Here's a list of wines that are particularly suited to the summer season. We call them "Summer Wines".

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VBev Cherrypicks Codorníu for India

March 6, 2019Col Joe7450 views
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VBev, India's new wine importer on the block has added yet another iconic brand as Cordoníu in its fast growing portfolio. To introduce the brand to Indian wine lovers, Gaëtan Lefeuvre, Regional Sales Manager Cordoníu arrived to conduct wine dinners

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Tedeschi Wines Make Their Debut in India

February 14, 2019Col Joe5687 views
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Tedeschi- the famed Italian winemaker from Veneto has recently added India to its export portfolio. Maria Sabrina Tedeschi, the Marketing Head of her family enterprise, arrived in the country for the first time ever to connect with this growing market.

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Mouton Cadet 3.0 Reborn

January 28, 2019Col Joe11281 views
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Bordeaux's most famous wine brand Mouton Cadet has been relaunched in its uber new avatar as Mouton Cadet 3.0. Florent Bouvier, Business Development Manager, Asia-Pacific for Baron Philippe De Rothschild (BPDR) arrived in New Delhi to share the idea behind

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A crisp afternoon with Cesare Benvenuto of Pio Cesare

January 9, 2019Col Joe5494 views
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Cesare Benvenuto- the fifth generation member of Pio Cesare family- arrived on his first ever official trip to India to share his wines around stories about their 137-year-old winemaking legacy.

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An Intimate Conversation with Giovanni Gaja

December 31, 2018Col Joe7243 views
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In an intimate conversation with Ravi Joshi Giovanni Gaja reveals how climate change has been actually benefitting their wines in Piedmont, their new venture in Sicily and many other things....

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VBev brings M Chapoutier wines to India

December 21, 2018Col Joe11161 views
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A new kid on the Indian alcoholic beverages space, VBev has started importing wines from the famed French house of M. Chapoutier. VBev is headed by Sumedh Singh Mandla, a renowned food and beverage personality from India.

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“Jai Ho” to Indian Wine Day

December 6, 2018Col Joe6002 views
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The second edition of Indian Wine Day was celebrated across The Lalit Hotels for the second consecutive year on 16 Nov 2018. Founded by The Lalit Group and the Indian Wine Academy in association with India’s various wine clubs, Indian

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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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You saw the teaser, now here’s the complete roundu You saw the teaser, now here’s the complete roundup 🍷
An unforgettable evening celebrating the elegance of French wines at The Lalit, featuring an exceptional lineup of Champagne Lacuisse, Volnay, Pommard, Château Marquis d’Alesme, Château Branaire-Ducru, and refreshing Rosés from Provence. 🇫🇷
From perfectly paired Seekh Kebabs, Tandoori Prawns and Mushroom Galouti to insightful conversations with Charles Donnadieu, Corporate Sommelier at The Lalit, and Mr. Pascal from the Embassy of France, this evening beautifully showcased the harmony between fine wines, great food and warm hospitality.
Pour yourself a glass and enjoy the highlights! 🍾🍷
#FrenchWine #Champagne #Bordeaux #Burgundy #ProvenceRose WineTasting
Snapshots of a Premium French wines tasting with A Snapshots of a Premium French wines tasting with Agents de l’Ambassade
Full video coming shortly…
#frenchwine #premiumfrenchwines
Some of the most premium Indian wines have been la Some of the most premium Indian wines have been launched in New Delhi! 
The Signet🍷 range from Grover Zampa Vineyards is not only a great representation of single vineyard and different maturing philosophies, it is also a bold statement about the ever-ascending prowess of Indian winemakers.
Retailing in Delhi in the ₹4000+ range, these wines are a must try for true blue wine lovers out there.
Thanks @manuelina_wineexplorer for a wonderful tasting experience and @tajmahalhotelnewdelhi for the hospitality 👏
Details coming soon on our blog.
#indianwine #premiumindianwines #groversignet #finewine #nandihills
If you still haven’t read about our selection of d If you still haven’t read about our selection of drinks for the summer, here’s some motivation 🙌🕺🥂
In the pic: Aperol Spritz with some munchies that we fixed for this weekend afternoon.
Discover more such refreshing drinks at 
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https://guns2gewurztraminer.com/best-summer-drinks-2026/
Or click on the link in bio.
Cheers!
#coloneljoe #summerdrinks #guns2gewurztraminer #aperolspritz
☀️ Summer is here... and so is the perfect excuse ☀️ Summer is here... and so is the perfect excuse to explore something refreshing! 🍹🍶🍷
From Aperitivo Spritz and Ginjo Sake to Soju, Fruit Wine, Whisky Highballs and Zero-Alcohol alternatives, my latest Guns to Gewurztraminer article features 12 refreshing drinks to help you beat the heat.
💧 There’s even a 13th refresher that you shouldn’t miss!

🔗 Link in bio and as under:

https://guns2gewurztraminer.com/best-summer-drinks-2026/

#SummerDrinks #BeatTheHeat #WineLover #Sake #Soju Cocktails Whisky Beer ZeroAlcohol DrinkResponsibly WineEducation BeverageCulture ColonelJoe Guns2Gewurztraminer
An absolute honour to showcase a diverse range of An absolute honour to showcase a diverse range of Indian wines to an Israeli contingent.🇮🇳🇮🇱
Having tasted their wines earlier from the Biblical region of Binyamin hills, there were quite a few parallels to draw on the type of wines being produced by both countries.
What’s more we included some Indian cheeses including an Indian version of Brie, and the quintessential Kababs and Biryani that had the guests asking for more.
Looking forward to more such stimulating sessions 
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The wines, in order of service:

1. Chandon Brut Classic — A milestone bottle. With the winery recently acquired by Sula Vineyards, this may be one of the final releases under the Chandon India label. It exuded class as expected.

2. Sula Seco Rosé — Off-dry, with delicious fresh red fruit and a delicate salmon-pink sparkle.

3. Sula Dindori Reserve Chardonnay 2024 — Partially barrel-fermented and aged in French oak. India's most awarded Chardonnay, and it showed why.

4. Sula Sauvignon Blanc 2025 — Bright, bouncy acidity with the variety's characteristic herbaceous note outlining the flavours of green apple and pear.

5. Fratelli Cabernet Franc-Shiraz — An easy-drinking red with velvety tannins and warm dark fruit. 

6. Sula Rasa Syrah 2024 — Full-bodied and dense, with dark blackfruit, cracked pepper, and spice. Exclusivity and approachability built into one.

7. Grover Vijay Amritraj Collection Red 2023 — Decanted for one hour. Great structure, a complex palate of dark fruits, sweet spice, and a lifted floral note. A touch of the Northern Rhône in the Nandi Hills.

8. Fratelli Sette 2023 — Decanted for one and a half hours. Rounded tannins, dark fruits, spice, and herbal complexity. Rightfully a “Super Indian“ - India’s answer to a Super Tuscan.

#coloneljoe #winetasting #friendsofindia  #indianwine israelindia🇮🇱🇮🇳
Some days call for a drink, but not necessarily al Some days call for a drink, but not necessarily alcohol. 🍃
Been exploring the Himalayan botanical brews from  The 6th Element — layered, nuanced, and surprisingly complex in flavour, with ingredients like rhododendron, sea buckthorn, blue pea flower, kilmora berry, and Himalayan coffee- built over the base of black barley Malt. 
No alcohol, no compromise, just beautifully crafted botanical depth. 🌿⛰️
Congratulations Team @shunyaindia on this winner 🏆
#NoAlcoholNoCompromise #MindfulDrinking #The6thElement #HimalayanFlavours #DrinkDifferent
Malbec Day 2026 celebrations had some premium wine Malbec Day 2026 celebrations had some premium wines to be experienced at the residence of H.E. Mariano Caucino, the Ambassador of Argentina in India.
Details coming soon on our blog #guns2gewurztraminer .
Salud!🍷
#malbec #malbecworldday #argentinawine #coloneljoe
Weekend muse- can you guess what ? When in doubt, Weekend muse- can you guess what ?
When in doubt, go for the classics.
By yours truly 🎊
#coloneljoe #margaritamagic #weekendvibes #cocktails #classiccocktails
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