For the first time, Indian sommeliers tested their skills at an international-level sommelier competition, The Best Sommelier of India 2025, by the all-new Sommelier Association of India. A behind-the-scenes look at how it unfolded and why it is significant for […] The post Emotional journeys & sensory mastery: BTS at the Best Sommelier of India 2025 appeared first on Ruma Singh ..read more

For the first time, Indian sommeliers got the opportunity to test their skills in an international-level sommelier competition, The Best Sommelier of India 2025, by the all-new Sommelier Association of India. A behind-the-scenes look at what happened It was January […] The post Emotional journeys & sensory mastery: BTS at the Best Sommelier of India 2025 appeared first on Ruma Singh ..read more

You read about the Best Sommelier of India competition by the Sommelier Association of India, now meet the finalists who made it to the final five. What pushed these sommeliers over the finishing line? The semi-finalists at the Best Sommelier […] The post Best Sommelier of India: Meet the Final Five appeared first on Ruma Singh ..read more

In Part 2 of the series on women in the Portuguese wine industry, members of Women in Wine Portugal (WiWP), I focus on a winemaker from Alentejo, Sofia Garrett, and her world Some of the world wine industry’s most significant […] The post ‘Portuguese native grapes give the country the tools needed against climate change’ appeared first on Ruma Singh ..read more

Micaela Fonseca, founder of Women in Wine Portugal (WiWP), created a vitally-needed organisation to support women in the Portuguese wine industry, to assist and encourage them and give them a world platform for their talent. Part 1 of 3 blogs […] The post Women in Wine Portugal: “The wine business is alll about relationships” appeared first on Ruma Singh ..read more

Riesling Sekt is German wine’s best-kept secret. But pioneers like Dr. Enno Lippold are working to see it regain its lost glory where it once competed with Champagne for the favours of royalty I first encountered Dr Enno Lippold at the launch of the Volcanic Wines of the World event in London last year. He was manning his own stall, pouring his Mosel Rieslings, and explaining the nuances of each wine in his portfolio. His focus and concentration on the job at hand was unmistakable. In May this year, I encountered him and his wines again at the Glass of Bubbly show in London. Headlining an unus ..read more

Rosé wine, that perfect wine for India’s tropical temperatures and complex cuisines, has finally hit its stride in the country. And its producers are proud to speak of its history. A chat with the owner of Château Roubine in Provence During a recent visit to India, Valérie Rousselle, owner of Château Roubine, one of Provence’s 18 cru classes, spoke about why she believes the worldwide love for rosé is here to stay, and growing volumes from around the country and the continent underline her beliefs. Excerpts from our conversation: Rosé wines from Provence are not regarded as just a trend or a f ..read more

In April 2023, Subhadip Dey and Amit Ojha got together to form Sunburst Vin LLP. In December 2023, it applied to the Gerard Basset Foundation for a grant to expand its business. It went on to win the grant – being one of only 18 grantees out of 44 applicants from 11 countries to do so. Sunburst Vin is offering 64 scholarships to Indian wine professionals this year, availing of the grant they have won from the Gerard Basset Foundation. These scholarships aim at making wine education freely available to young people. A word about the Gérard Basset Foundation, named after the late, famous Master ..read more

In April 2023, Subhadip Dey and Amit Ojha got together to form Sunburst Vin LLP. In December 2023, it applied to the Gerard Basset Foundation for a grant to expand its business. It went on to win the grant – being one of only 18 grantees out of 44 applicants from 11 countries to do so. Sunburst Vin is offering 64 scholarships to Indian wine professionals this year, availing of the grant they have won from the Gerard Basset Foundation. These scholarships aim at making wine education freely available to young people. A word about the Gérard Basset Foundation, named after the late, famous Master ..read more

Make 2024 the year of wine tourism… with a difference. Away from the most popular wine regions that are on everyone’s list are some not-so-hidden gems, which are which top the list of every sommelier in the world but somehow evade the spotlight despite their fabulous wines. They also make for great destinations for wine travelers who are seeking something not-so-famous, but very unique. Here are some recommendations based on my own wine travels: Portugal Famous for: Port, the Douro Valley But don’t miss: Alentejo Visit Portugal for the history, the friendly folk, or the amazing food, but do no ..read more