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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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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

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ProWine Mumbai Returns in November 2026: What Visitors Can Expect

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12 Top Refreshing Drinks for Summer 2026

June 26, 2026Col Joe2766 views
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Malbec Day 2026: The Quiet Premiumisation of Argentina’s Favourite Red

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WineItaly

Marchesi di Barolo: A Story of Love, Wine, Heritage and Personalities

February 10, 2018Col Joe7334 views
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Marchesi di Barolo wines were showcased in New Delhi by none other than Anna Abbona- the fifth generation owner of the iconic house that started the Barolo revolution.

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FeaturesRecipes From My Kitchen

Strawberry Cake

February 8, 2018Smita Joshi6890 views
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A home recipe of a delicious strawberry cake with suggested wine pairing.

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WineAustria

Schloss Gobelsburg’s Michael Moosbrugger is Upbeat on India

January 26, 2018Col Joe6604 views
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With the passage of time, Austrian wines are gaining more and more recognition in newer wine countries like India. But there is still a long way to go. Despite putting earnest efforts, Austrian wines have so far had limited success in 

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PersonalitiesInterview

Robert Joseph: A Desirable “Black Sheep” of the Wine World

January 10, 2018Col Joe7304 views
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An Englishman making wine in south of France-that too going against age old norms and being successful at it? That's Robert Joseph for you whose value for money wines are already a hit with wine lovers in India.

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Interview of the Year : Baptiste Loiseau

December 24, 2017Col Joe7667 views
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Baptiste Loiseau,Cellar Master Rémy Martin visited India in 2017. Here's unravelling the secrets of Cognac- including the famed Louis Treize- with a heart to heart chat with him.

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WineIndia

Indian Wine Day est Arrivé

December 5, 2017Col Joe6280 views
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The first ever Indian Wine Day was celebrated across India and in London on 16 Nov 17. The day was planned to coincide with the Beaujolais Nouveau day, that falls on every third thursday of November. The initiative was the

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Diversity of Indian Cuisine at “Diya- Simply INdiya”

November 19, 2017Col Joe73155 views
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Diya-Simply INdiya, the revamped restaurant at hotel Leela Ambience promises a holistic Indian cuisine experience. Exploring wine pairing possibilities with Indian cuisine may well be a fertile idea.

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WineIndia

Grover Zampa Vineyards Celebrate 25 Years of Winemaking

November 4, 2017Col Joe7053 views
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India's prominent winemaker Grover Zampa Vineyards celebrated their 25 years of winemaking by conducting marquee events and launching a new sparkling wine called Auriga.

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WineEvents

Coravin Comes to India

October 23, 2017Col Joe7267 views
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Coravin- the world’s most fancied wine gadget has arrived in India. And it is brought in by none other than Brindco - the country’s leading wine importer.

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WineAustralia

An Orbital Jump for Penfolds in India

October 13, 2017Col Joe7079 views
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Penfolds- Australia’s famous wine brand has been in India for several years now. But it’s grand coming in the country happened just recently with it’s fresh alignment with Brindco- the top importer of the country. This synergy is likely to

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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


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Wine and Spirits passionate, presenter, writer and judge.
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Founder @sakeclubindia

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
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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.

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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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