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India is a complex drinks market where wine’s share is miniscule
In an interview to Jane Anson, Bordeaux correspondent for UK’s Decanter magazine, whom he met at Vinexpo in June, Rajeev Samant  truthfully said, “India is all about contradictions, and you learn to work with them. …
Darker, Deeper, Richer: Indian Sparkling Rosé Brut launched by York Winery
Kailash Gurnani, winemaker, York Winery shares his thoughts with Brinda Gill on the launch of York Sparkling Rosé Brut 2015… When did you first think of producing a sparkling rosé wine? We have been keen …
It’s here! York Sparkling Rosé Brut
After years in the making, York Winery finally announced the launch of the York Sparkling Rosé – a 100% Shiraz sparkling wine, reports Kanika Dhawan. Speaking about the wine, co-owner Kailash Gurnani said, “Made in …
A First for Dom Pérignon
This is the first time that the iconic champagne brand has broken the order of its releases, with Chef de Cave Richard Geoffroy announcing the launch of 2009 Dom Pérignon before the 2008 vintage. The …
Peter Gago of Penfolds Grange receives highest Australian honour
“When it comes to the greats of Australian wine, one name stands above all — Penfolds Grange. And one contemporary winemaker is synonymous with that icon — Peter Gago,” writes The Advertiser. For the first …
Jeb Dunnuck moves on
Wine writer and critic, Jeb Dunnuck is leaving his job at “The Wine Advocateâ€, the publication founded by Robert M Parker Jr, to launch his own digital publication from July 1: JebDunnuck.com. California wines will …
Seña 2015 tops the charts with 100 points
Awarded 100 points by international wine critic, James Suckling, Seña 2015 is part of Eduardo Chadwick’s iconic trio that includes Don Maximiano and Vinedo Chadwick. Eduardo Chadwick, fifth generation owner and president of Viña Seña, …
Chandon India launches Délice
With the summer in full swing across India, Chandon India has come up with a perfect wine to beat this sultry weather. It’s called Délice and this new sparkler has been created at their winery in …
The first India Wine Awards 2017!
The inaugural edition of the India Wine Awards came to an end last week with the awards ceremony at Sofitel BKC in Mumbai. Its three co-founders – Subhash Arora, Sourish Bhattacharyya and Sonal Holland MW …
Remy Martin XO: a beauty to behold and to enjoy
An epitome of excellence – Rémy Martin XO or extra-old Cognac, created in 1981 by cellar master André Giraud from “the most sought after” terroirs – Grande Champagne and Petite Champagne – continues to satisfy the evolved palates …
Louis XIII unveils first pop-up boutique at Harrods, London
Using 3D video projection mapping, Louis XIII is recreating its most memorable moments at a chic pop-up concept store at Harrods, London. Apart from “immersing” themselves in this one-of-a-kind experience, Harrods’ discerning clientele can also pick up …
Montu Saini, India’s Chef-in-Chief
When Monsieur Gilles Bragard, founder of Le Club des Chefs des Chefs (CCC) accepted the invitation of President Mukherjee to come to India with his illustrious entourage comprising chefs of heads of state, there was …