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Features16 Aug 2011
Washington state wine industry trains its sights on India
Winemakers from Washington state are visiting India from 5 to 7 September to host tastings and winemaker dinners in Mumbai and Delhi, states a news report. Participating wineries include Ste. Michelle Wine Estates, Claar Cellars, …
Features10 Aug 2011
Wine tasting at the Embassy of Portugal in New Delhi
Portuguese wines in India have a tough time being taken seriously. Mention Portugal and you immediately think of port, but there is much more to the wines of Portugal than Port. And if it’s port, …
Features10 Aug 2011
SI Ticker Tape: Wines of India in Switzerland
While Swiss wines are little known in the world, it’s now an open secret that India produces wine. Indian cuisine is well-known in Switzerland and highly regarded. The only Michelin star ethnic restaurant in all …
Features07 Aug 2011
New issue of Sommelier India Wine Magazine in circulation
During Bordeaux’s Vinexpo this June, I enjoyed one of my best wine and dine experiences. Traditionally hosted by a First Growth, the dinner held by the Conseil des Grand Crus Classés en 1855 to welcome …
Features03 Aug 2011
Wine Tourism – At home with the locals
“It was a real great pleasure to meet you in Vinexpo and to welcome you ‘at home’ in the same way that we shall welcome all guests coming on your recommendation,” said Serge Tchekhov in …
Features31 Jul 2011
Kanwal Grover – Stalwart of the Indian Wine Industry Passes Away
Indian wine pioneer, Kanwal Grover passed away after a short illness on 28 July 2011. He was 85 knocking on 86. Sommelier India is saddened at the passing away of a great stalwart of the …
Features29 Jul 2011
Dining at The Table, Mumbai with wines from Argentina
South Mumbai’s latest culinary gem is an unconventional restaurant called The Table. Not only does it match the gourmand’s expectations, but exceeds them with finesse and quiet brilliance. Restaurant owner Gauri Devidayal, along with CEO …
Features29 Jul 2011
Spanish Cheer at Wine Dinner with Natures Bounty wines
The monsoon season invariably makes one’s mood a bit reflective and sombre. However, as we entered the softly lit Chowbella at The Crowne Plaza, Okhla our spirits soared when we set eyes on so many …
Features23 Jul 2011
SI Ticker Tape: Indian Grape Processing Board
The reconstituted Indian Grape Processing Board or IGPB held its first meeting in Pune on 23 July 2011 under the chairmanship of Vijay K Rekhi. An official release from the Government of India at the …
Features17 Jul 2011
“In Mumbai-Pune with Very Special Friends”
Fred Tibbitts & Associates’ second annual event, “A Summer Evening in Mumbai-Pune with Very Special Friends” was held on 28 June 2011 at The Westin Pune Koregaon Park. The evening was well attended by a …
Features08 Jul 2011
Mezzo Mezzo for an impeccable dining experience
Over a round of fresh and bubbly Tiamo Prosecco di Valdobbiadene DOC NV from Venice, Faiek El Saadani – Director F&B, JW Marriott Mumbai, recently introduced Alessandro Cumin, the new Maitre D’ at Mezzo Mezzo, …
Features06 Jul 2011
Gambero Rosso Wine Roadshow coming to Mumbai
Gambero Rosso Holding SpA, Italy, is organising a high profile wine road show event on Monday, 24 October 2011 at Taj Lands End Hotel, Mumbai, states a company release. If you are in the wine …