The Top 5 Indian Vineyards and Wineries

Indage Wines (Chateau Indage)

Indage also known as Chateau Indage, based in Narayangaon - on the Pune-Nashik Road, are one of the pioneers of authentic wine in India. They are India's largest wine brand both by volume and valuation.

The Company now known as Indage Vintners was set up in 1982 as a 100% export oriented unit and called Champagne Vineyards and later as Champagne India. Today Indage Vintners produces and sells an exquisite variety of Red, White and Sparkling Wines domestically as well as internationally under 32 different labels. Their Vineyards spread across 2500 hectors of land cultivate over 20 varieties of grapes. They are processed at their very own production facility capable of over 15 million liters and bottling 15,000 bottles of wine per hour , which makes it India's largest wine production facility.

Indage launched ‘Marquise de Pompadour’ brand as it's flagship product in 1986, while the famous ‘Chantilli’ came out in the year 1989. The wine brand was the first to make wines that were ‘bottled in India’, though the practice has now been discontinued.

Top WInes by Indage Wines:
Marquise de Pompadour - (won a bronze at the International Wine and Spirit Competition-1986)
A creamy, crispy and refreshing bubbly made from a blend of chardonnay, pinot noir & ugni blanc



Chantilli Cabernet Sauvignon: (won a bronze at the International Wine and Spirit Competition-1995)
A full bodied oaky wine with a hint of black currant black cherries and rich complex finish



Riviera Blanc de Blanc:(won a bronze at the International Wine and Spirit Competition-1995)
Light fresh fruity wine with excellent floral bouquet




Ivy Shiraz:Full bodied, deep purple with a minty nose of mulberry fruits and new oak


For More Information: www.indagegroup.com

Grover Vineyards

Three generations of the Grover family grew this Bangalore-based winery,Grover Vineyards since the year 1989 upto the premier wine brand it is today. In 2001 Grover Vineyards accomplished an extraordinary feat that was once next to impossible, it started selling wine to France!

Grover's Vineyards are situated 40 kilometers towards north of Bangalore in the state of Karnataka called Nandi Hills. In this picturesque location spread over 410 acres are the vineyards, covered with lush grapes, strung from trellises, covering every available space on the soil in the valley. It flourishes with Cabernet Sauvignon, Shiraz, Viognier and Sauvignon Blanc grapes.

Famous for it's Red wines like the La Reserve (a Cabernet Shiraz) which was declared the best new world red wine in the August 1995 issue of Decanter magazine, it also has a collection of well acclaimed White wines as well as Rose wines.

Top WInes by Grover Vineyards:

Grover Vineyards Cabernet Shiraz:
This deep, ruby red wine is a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Syrah or Shiraz grapes, Full bodies, with a rich bouquet overlaid with notes of spices, it has delightfully delicate, lingering taste.




Grover Vineyards Viognier (Clairette):
Made from blend of Viognier and Clairette grapes, this bright wine is light golden in colour. Complimented by floral notes and hint of honey, it is dominated by fruity aromas, ranging from peach, apricot and passion fruit. The mouth is full, rounded with crisp acidity, and leaves and impression of freshness.





Grover Vineyards Shiraz Rose:This bright wine is made from Shiraz grapes. Salmon pink with shades of orange, it has a full, fruity aroma. With a body longer than most Roses, this crisp, refreshing wine has been specially crafted to complement India food. Enjoy it on its own as an aperitif.




La Reserve Red Wine:
This fine red wine is a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Syrah or Shiraz grapes. Aged in french oak barrels, it has a lucious bouquet of fruit and spices with a distintive oaken flavour. Ready to enjoy immediately. La Réserve only improves with age.

For More Information: www.groverwines.com

Sula Vineyards

Launched in the year 2000 Sula Vineyards has quickly gained a reputation as one of India’s premium wine company's. Situated 180 km northeast of Mumbai in Nashik, India's largest grape-growing region which had till then never been used to grow wine grapes, Sula Vineyard's founder Rajeev Samant teamed with an eminent Californian winemaker- Kerry
Damskey, started a winery on his 30 acre family estate.

The duo took the revolutionary step of planting French Sauvignon Blanc and Californian Chenin Blanc, varieties that had never before been planted in India. The first Sula wines, released in 2000, were widely acclaimed as India's best white wines. In 2005, Sula proudly launched its first reserve wine, the Dindori Reserve Shiraz, as well as India's first dessert wine, the Late Harvest Chenin Blanc. The winery and vineyards are open to the public for educational
tours, and the beautiful Tasting Room invites visitors to enjoy their favourite Sula wines amidst spectacular views of the vineyards and surrounding lakes and hills.

Sula is also the only Indian wine company to be present in all price and product segments including Red, White, Rose, Sparking and Dessert wines.

Top WInes by Sula Vineyards:

Dindori Reserve Shiraz:
The Dindori Reserve Shiraz is fragrant, elegant and smooth, with lush berry flavours and silky tannins.



Sula Sauvignon Blanc:
A highly aromatic, floral, dry wine. It is crisp and refreshing, with a touch of spice at the finish. It is the perfect accompaniment to the varied flavourful cuisines of Asia.



Sula Blush Zinfandel:
This popular favourite is fun and fruity, abounding with aromas of honeysuckle and fresh strawberries. A versatile, “anytime” wine great for picnics, parties, and hot summer days.



Sula Brut:
This celebratory sparkling wine, made in the true méthode champenoise style, is a creamy, complex nectar that goes down like a dream.



Late Harvest Chenin Blanc:
A golden nectar with aromas of lemon, pear, honey, and tropical fruit. The perfect close to a delicious meal, but also an elegant aperitif.

For More Information: www.sulawines.com

ND Wines

ND Wines, situated in the suburbs of Nashik, is the fourth-largest winery in India. However, the winery sells majority of its produce to Sula Wines and only a small portion of the wines are sold under its own label.

After enjoying huge success exporting table grapes to various countries all over the world, N D Grapes ventured into the wine industry with N.D Wines. The beautifully landscaped winery is located on the lake side and surrounded by lush green vineyard spread over 700 acres in Nashik , Maharashtra. N. D. Wines is the first winery in India to grow the world famous Cabernet Sauvignon-reserve and Sauvignon Blanc- reserve. They have also mastered the art of growing Shiraz, Cabernet Sauvignon, Chenin Blanc, Sauvignon Blanc the are specially used in making different variety of wines. The wines are the served on the prestigious and luxurious trains “The Deccan Odyssey” promoted by Maharashtra Government and “Palace on Wheels” promoted by the Rajasthan Government.

Top WInes by N.D. Wines:

N. D. Syrah:
N. D. Syrah has the color of the royal insignia, deep purple. The overpowering nose is a reminder of the warm climate of the area, the strong aroma of bell peppers blends well with soft aroma of cherries and blackcurrants, N.D. Syrah feels velvety to taste with a distinct peppery flavor that lingers in the mouth.


Galaxy – Red:
This wine is made from Cabernet Sauvignon and comes in a striking deep red color. The nose develops a lilting aroma of bell pepper, cherries and blackcurrants. Cabernet Sauvignon tastes like the warm climate of India, melting with the tannin coming from the mature seeds and the after taste lingers in the mouth.


N.D Wines Sauvignon Blanc Reserve:
his wine comes in a striking green gold color. The nose develops a pleasant aroma of pineapple, banana, guava and the typical aroma of grapefruit. Sauvignon Blanc is tangy, with a rich freshness that leaves behind a lingering citrus and lemon flavor in the mouth.


N.D Wines Chenin Blanc:
The color of this wine is pale yellow with touches of green. The intense nose develops the pleasant aroma of pineapples, grape fruits and native guavas, besides the flowery aroma of rose. The tangy taste of the N.D. Chenin Blanc tickles the palate and leaves a lasting flavor and aroma of fruit in the mouth.

For More Information: www.ndwines.com

Vintage Wines

Vintage Wines again near Nashik though small produces some the best wine in India today. Their regular range Chenin Blanc, Syrah, Chardonnay & a Cabernet Sauvignon sold under the Reveilo label have won critical acclaim, and are a ‘must try’.

Launched in April 2006, the Company has set-up a 32,000 sq. ft. state of the art winery at Niphad, Nashik, with an annual capacity of 2 lac litres, which could be scaled to 1 mln. bottles. Vintage Wines have a total area of 200 acres of which 100 acres are dedicated for wine variety grapes. The company recently won awards for four of its wines in the Indian Wine Challenge and are planning to introduce new varieties of wine by 2010. These include Sangiovese, Nero d'avola and Grillo which will be produced from the Italian variety of grapes not grown in India so far.

Top WInes by Vintage Wines:

2005 Reveilo - Syrah:
Syrah Reserve has been barrel aged in European oak for 9 months – this imparts an extra smoothness and oaky notes to the wine. The taste is smooth with balanced tannins, and fairly long-lasting.


2006 Late Harvest Chenin Blanc :
The Late Harvest Chenin Blanc (dessert wine by Vintage Vines) has a lovely golden hue and an underlying aroma reminiscent of honey and scorched almonds. It is mouth-filling, rich and sweet, but has retained enough edge to provide it with perfect balance.

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