{"id":18134,"date":"2025-02-22T17:31:14","date_gmt":"2025-02-22T12:01:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.indianwineacademy.com\/articles\/?p=18134"},"modified":"2025-02-23T09:42:01","modified_gmt":"2025-02-23T04:12:01","slug":"item_3_964","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.indianwineacademy.com\/articles\/item_3_964\/","title":{"rendered":"Bandra WineOut 2025: A Vibrant Celebration of Indian Wines in Mumbai"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-post\" data-elementor-id=\"18134\" class=\"elementor elementor-18134\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-4720b6a elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"4720b6a\" data-element_type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-33 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-53f09f7\" data-id=\"53f09f7\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-70aab53 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"70aab53\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t<style>\/*! 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From the moment I stepped inside the Club in Bandra, the vibrant and welcoming festival atmosphere welcomed me. It was filled with rich aromas of wine, sizzling gourmet bites, and the hum of excited conversations.<\/p>\n<p>About a dozen &nbsp;Indian top wineries and a few importers had set up tasting stations, offering a diverse selection of wines-from crisp Sauvignon Blancs and floral Rose to bold Cabernet Sauvignons, , Grillo, NeroD`Avola, Strawberry wines and elegant sparkling wines.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Also Read : <a href=\"https:\/\/www.indianwineacademy.com\/articles\/item_2_963\/\" target=\"_blank\"><font color=\"#990000\">The Bandra WineOut 2025 being organised by WineGAI on 15-16 February for wine Aficionados<\/font><\/a><\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.indianwineacademy.com\/articles\/item_2_963\/\" target=\"_blank\"><font color=\"#990000\"><\/font><\/a><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_lft\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-lft\" style=\"width: 300px\" class=\"wp-caption alignright\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.indianwineacademy.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/whatsapp-image-2025-02-22-at-18-35-11.webp\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-18182\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0px; margin-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 1px;\" src=\"https:\/\/www.indianwineacademy.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/whatsapp-image-2025-02-22-at-18-35-11-300x200.webp\" alt=\"Ashwin Rodrigues shaking a leg in the crowd\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.indianwineacademy.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/whatsapp-image-2025-02-22-at-18-35-11-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.indianwineacademy.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/whatsapp-image-2025-02-22-at-18-35-11-1024x682.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.indianwineacademy.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/whatsapp-image-2025-02-22-at-18-35-11-768x512.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.indianwineacademy.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/whatsapp-image-2025-02-22-at-18-35-11-1536x1023.webp 1536w, https:\/\/www.indianwineacademy.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/whatsapp-image-2025-02-22-at-18-35-11.webp 1600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-lft\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Ashwin Rodrigues shaking a leg in the crowd<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Moving from counter to counter I sampled wines from producers like <strong>Sula, Fratelli, Grover Zampa, Good Drop and Reveilo <\/strong>along with newcomers like <strong>Uniwine<\/strong> and <strong>Alura wines<\/strong>. It was a fantastic opportunity to discover how Indian winemakers are pushing boundaries with innovation and craftsmanship. It felt like a landmark moment for the country\u2019s evolving wine scene.<\/p>\n<p>It was a Wine Lover\u2019s Paradise with all the wine counters managed by trained professionals for imparting professional information about their wines like a Pro. A fantastic moment for the novices to gain expertise.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Beyond the Glass<\/strong><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_lft\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-lft\" style=\"width: 300px\" class=\"wp-caption alignleft\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.indianwineacademy.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/whatsapp-image-2025-02-22-at-16-57-44.webp\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-18143\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0px; margin-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 1px;\" src=\"https:\/\/www.indianwineacademy.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/whatsapp-image-2025-02-22-at-16-57-44-300x200.webp\" alt=\"some the visitors enjoying a relaxed conversation over wines\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.indianwineacademy.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/whatsapp-image-2025-02-22-at-16-57-44-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.indianwineacademy.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/whatsapp-image-2025-02-22-at-16-57-44-1024x682.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.indianwineacademy.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/whatsapp-image-2025-02-22-at-16-57-44-768x512.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.indianwineacademy.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/whatsapp-image-2025-02-22-at-16-57-44-1536x1023.webp 1536w, https:\/\/www.indianwineacademy.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/whatsapp-image-2025-02-22-at-16-57-44.webp 1600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-lft\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">some the visitors enjoying a relaxed conversation over wines<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Wine tasting was just the beginning. The festival offered an incredible range of experiences that made it more than just a gathering of wine enthusiasts.<\/p>\n<ul type=\"disc\">\n<li><strong>Gourmet Food Pairings:<\/strong> The festival curated food stalls offering everything from artisanal cheeses and charcuterie to global cuisines, each designed to complement the wines.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Live Cooking with Wine:<\/strong> Watching top chefs incorporate wine into dishes was fascinating.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Interaction with Wine Experts:<\/strong> For those eager to refine their wine knowledge, expert-led sessions covered topics like tasting techniques, wine and food pairings, and proper wine storage.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Flea Market &amp; Artisanal Products:<\/strong> The festival also featured a charming flea market with handcrafted goods, artisanal chocolates, and gourmet condiments\u2014perfect souvenirs for wine lovers.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Grape Stomping:<\/strong> A crowd favourite! I couldn\u2019t resist stepping into a wooden vat and crushing grapes with my feet\u2014just like in old-world winemaking traditions. It was a joyful experience.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Festival that Got Mumbai Dancing<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.indianwineacademy.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/whatsapp-image-2025-02-22-at-16-58-58.webp\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-18147 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/www.indianwineacademy.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/whatsapp-image-2025-02-22-at-16-58-58-300x257.webp\" alt=\"Bandra WineOut 2025: A Vibrant Celebration of Indian Wines in Mumbai\" width=\"300\" height=\"257\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.indianwineacademy.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/whatsapp-image-2025-02-22-at-16-58-58-300x257.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.indianwineacademy.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/whatsapp-image-2025-02-22-at-16-58-58.webp 673w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a>No wine festival is complete without great music, and Bandra Wine Out 2025 nailed it. The live bands and DJs created an eclectic atmosphere, with everything from soothing jazz in the afternoon to upbeat dance tracks in the evening. Even I found myself on the periphery of the dance floor, glass in hand, swaying to the music and daring to get into the mood!<\/p>\n<p><strong>Game Changer for Indian Wine<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>WineGAI has already signed multiple MOUs with organisations in Australia as part of its commitment to implementing these agreements. This remarkable initiative is driven by the vision of <strong>Ashwin Rodrigues<\/strong>, Founder and Secretary of WineGAI. Austrade was present through various Australian wines.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.indianwineacademy.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/whatsapp-image-2025-02-21-at-3-29-51-pm.webp\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-18187 alignleft\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 1px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 1px;\" src=\"https:\/\/www.indianwineacademy.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/whatsapp-image-2025-02-21-at-3-29-51-pm-300x135.webp\" alt=\"Bandra WineOut 2025: A Vibrant Celebration of Indian Wines in Mumbai\" width=\"400\" height=\"180\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.indianwineacademy.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/whatsapp-image-2025-02-21-at-3-29-51-pm-300x135.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.indianwineacademy.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/whatsapp-image-2025-02-21-at-3-29-51-pm-1024x461.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.indianwineacademy.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/whatsapp-image-2025-02-21-at-3-29-51-pm-768x346.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.indianwineacademy.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/whatsapp-image-2025-02-21-at-3-29-51-pm.webp 1280w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 400px) 100vw, 400px\" \/><\/a>Austrade is supporting wine producers in India through collaboration with various Australian institutions specialising in wine, viticulture, and oenology, assisting Indian producers in enhancing all aspects of wine production. A few Australian wines were also a part of the pack.<\/p>\n<p>Reflecting on the event, Bandra WineOut 2025 set a new standard for wine festivals in India. It wasn\u2019t just about tasting wine\u2014it was about experiencing wine in a fun, engaging, and approachable way, Ashwin Rodrigues, Secretary of WineGAI and the visionary behind the event, summed it up perfectly: \u201cThis is just the beginning. We want to make Indian wine the drink of choice for the modern Indian consumer. This will be an annual feature and expanded to other cities\u2019 he told delWine,\u201d he affirmed.<\/p>\n<p>I walked away from the festival not just with a renewed appreciation for Indian wines, but also with fond memories of an incredible weekend. If this is the future of wine culture in India, I\u2019m all in.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.indianwineacademy.com\/blog_164_669.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"color: #990000;\">Jai Ho!<\/span> <\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Hans Raj Ahuja<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.indianwineacademy.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/whatsapp-image-2025-02-22-at-16-59-59.webp\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright wp-image-18154\" src=\"https:\/\/www.indianwineacademy.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/whatsapp-image-2025-02-22-at-16-59-59.webp\" alt=\"Bandra WineOut 2025: A Vibrant Celebration of Indian Wines in Mumbai\" width=\"101\" height=\"130\"><\/a>Hans Raj Ahuja is a pioneer in wine marketing in India and a key architect of the country\u2019s modern wine industry. He began his career in wine marketing with Chateau Indage ( Then Indage India) in 1994 and played a transformative role in shaping India\u2019s emerging wine market. 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