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In this issue

The Autumn 2025 issue of Sommelier India explores the evolving wine landscape—from a deep dive into Riesling's complex appeal and shifts in global wine culture to features on rising Indian sommeliers and the innovative journey of cardiologist-turned-winemaker Madaiah Revana. The issue also spans global wine destinations, profiles of Burgundy, Tuscany, and Provence, and the growing role of wine in cocktails and festivals, while spotlighting India’s emerging spirits scene with award-winning local whiskies and brandies

Napa Green confronts climate change amid funding cuts

Climate change is not going away, so solutions direly matter, as hundreds of attendees at Napa Green's third annual climate and wine symposium RISE (risegreen.org) were told across six action-packed days.

2 mins

Indian brandy earns international recognition

The first luxury label from 92-year-old Tilaknagar Industries, creators of one of India's most popular brandies, Mansion House, made its debut in November last year.

1 mins

Honours a-plenty for Bernard Remy Rosé at Concours Mondial de Bruxelles

Champagne Bernard Remy Rosé has won the Grand Gold Medal in the Sparkling Rosé Wine Revelation category at this year’s Concours Mondial de Bruxelles.

1 mins

"Italy offers the richest wine panorama in the world"

Q&A WITH AN INDUSTRY INSIDER MARCO SABELLICO

3 mins

Vinitaly 2025: A Showcase of Excellence

The he industry's leading event, Vinitaly 2025 took place from April 6 to April 9 and was a hub for producers, buyers, and experts, offering a platform for networking, innovation, and market insights.

2 mins

Rare bottle of Bhutanese wine sold at auction

A remarkable 7.57-litre bottle named \"The Himalayan\" drew global attention by fetching $18,750 at the online auction by Bonhams of the first wines produced in Bhutan.

1 mins

Two expressions of Godawan win a silver medal each in London

In another piece of good news from the London Spirits Competition 2025, Godawan Artisanal Single Malt, crafted in Alwar, Rajasthan by Diageo India, was awarded 90 points and a silver medal each for its ‘Godawan 01 Rich & Rounded’ and ‘Godawan 02 Fruit & Spice’ variants. The awards were for their “distinctive and exceptional flavour profiles”.

1 mins

Your Questions Answered

A standard bottle of still, dry wine is 750ml.

2 mins

Riesling: The Chameleon Grape

One of the more enduring questions floating around the world of fine wine is whether Riesling is the greatest white wine grape in the world.

4 mins

Why I find drinking wine so delightfully puzzling

Perhaps it was just coincidence. Or perhaps it was what a Jungian would call a case of synchronicity, two unrelated events which take place simultaneously without the connecting link of cause and effect.

2 mins

Magnum Gripes

I received an invite for a wine evening that said, “Magnum Opus.”

4 mins

Carlo Ferrini, celebrated Italian enologist and winemaking consultant

Jon Wyand meets Carlo Ferrini at a wine tasting for invited journalists at a restaurant in Victoria, London

2 mins

Two Continents, Three Wineries

Pam Strayer speaks to Houston cardiologist, Madaiah Revana about his journey from distinguished doctor to award-winning winemaker

6 mins

An Elite Premier Grand Cru Classé 'B' in Saint-Émilion

Raymond Blake visits Clos Fourtet and finds it lives up to its venerable reputation for excellence in the hands of its present day owners

6 mins

Uncorking Opportunity - How Australian wines are rewriting India's wine story

With trade barriers easing, Australian wine is gaining traction in India like never before. Explore market trends, challenges, and how Australian wines are leading the way with

5 mins

Wine Cocktails DITCHING THE RULES

Wine is stepping out of its comfort zone, and into the cocktail shaker, Gagan Sharma writes about the wine drinking trends of today

5 mins

LES BAUX: Provence's Hidden Gem

Les Baux on the western edge of Coteaux d'Aix-en-Provence offers a heady mix of good wine, fine dining, scenic views and a rich history and culture, writes Elizabeth Gabay

4 mins

TUSCANY - A Quarter of a Century On

While rooted in history, Tuscany's modern wines are evolving with grace on the wings of innovation,

6 mins

"Wine is a normal beverage, not something mystical or rare" وو

Matthieu Longuère, head of London's Le Cordon Bleu wine programme, paused briefly in the midst of his lightning tour around India to talk to Ruma Singh about wine and his impressions of the hospitality students he met

6 mins

Betting on BOURBON

As Bourbon duties tumble in India, Nikhil Agarwal takes us through the American Whiskey story and lists the top brands available in the country

8 mins

Celebrating North Indian Flavours

Loya at the Taj Mahal Palace Hotel, Mumbai, is the third Loya restaurant to open after Delhi and Bengaluru

4 mins

An Understated Jewel

Situated behind Gyeonghuigung Palace in Seoul, Jueun is a traditional, quietly ritualistic restaurant that represents luxury dining

2 mins

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Sommelier India Magazine Description:

Publisher: Sommelier-India

Category: Food-&-Beverage

Language: English

Frequency: Quarterly

It is India’s first and premier magazine dedicated to wine and wine lovers. It is a special interest, controlled circulation, lifestyle publication with strong production values and excellent design. First published in 2004, it is filled with news, feature articles, wine profiles and the culture surrounding wine, Sommelier India is written by international and Indian writers, wine experts and aficionados.