Indian Wine
25th November 2024
Winemaking in India dates back to the Bronze Age, it’s believed that the Persians traded Vines and Winemaking knowledge with the Indians.
When Wine was first made in India, it was made for local consumption, for families over dinner or quiet times with friends. It would take until the 19th century when the British ruled India for Indian Winemaking to become more common amongst a wider variety of people.
The first written evidence of Indian Wine Making was near the end of the 4th century BC with the writings of Chanakya, who was the chief minister of Emperor Chandragupta Maurya.
The are 299 wineries in India, producing around 17.6 million liters (1.96 million cases)
The main 5 wine growing regions of India:
- Nashik
- Pune
- Bangalore
- Hampi Hills
- Bijapur
- Northern Karnataka
The grapes grown within India:
- Shiraz
- Cabernet Sauvignon
- Merlot
- Pinot Noir.
- Sauvignon Blanc
- Chenin Blanc
- Chardonnay
- Zinfandel
- Tempranillo
- Sangiovese
- Muscat
- Nero d’Avola
Oliver Walkey
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