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Indian customs duties on wines and spirits bought from the European Union are likely to drop to 40% from 150%. A recent news report (June 17) in the Indian daily, Business Standard, notes that Indian …
Here’s another reason to raise a Champagne flute, new research has revealed that three glasses of the bubbly per week reduce the onset of brain disorders like dementia and Alzheimer’s disease.
The ancients esteemed wine for all that it contributes to life and wellbeing. “A medicine,” noted Plato in his Laws, “given for the purposes of securing modesty of soul and health and strength of body.” …
Forty years ago, Moët & Chandon, the famous French Champagne house, created history by expanding to foreign shores. Forsaking characteristic French snobbery and regional exclusivity, Moet took their expertise in making Champagne, or sparkling …
Over the past months this blog has published various articles on German Riesling, describing the weather conditions, the vineyards and the concepts of wine making. The Mosel, the most legendary wine producing region …
La Chaîne des Rôtisseurs, the exclusive gastronomic society present in over 70 countries around the world, celebrated its fifth anniversary of existence in India with a champagne breakfast at the Taj West End, Bangalore, reports …
When it comes to wine storage, there is one extremely important tip you should never forget. The best way to store wine is horizontally so that the cork is kept moist. A dry cork can …
A special wine dinner was hosted recently at the Hyatt Regency Pune. “When I heard that Guido Vannucchi, Export Director, Marchesi Antinori, was going to be in India, I didn’t want to lose the opportunity …
After two years running as commendation winner at the 2010 and 2011 International Wine Challenge, the Fratelli Chenin Blanc 2012 moved up a notch and scored the Bronze at UK’s International Wine Challenge 2013. This …
The Sommelier India Women’s Wine Circle got off to an excellent start on May 9. Italy was the flavour of the day, starting from the venue to the wine to the food. As the …
Diageo’s offer to buy a 26% stake in United Spirits (USL)has been “rebuffed by shareholders”, says the Drinks Business. Diageo’s offer was Rs 1,440 per share, which was very much higher than the prevailing market …
Here’s something to cheer about, the Sommelier India Women’s Wine Circle inaugural lunch. Get ready for a sensational summer lunch at the fine-dining Italian restaurant at The Oberoi, Travertino on May 9, 2013. You …