Dec 11, ‘07, New Delhi No company expects a more fitting tribute for promoting world class products & brands in a highly competitive and high growth market! So when Pernod Ricard India’s “Seagram’s Nine Hills 
Cabernet Sauvignon 2007” was adjudged the Finest Red Indian wine at the first India Wine Challenge, a visibly delighted Param Uberoi, Chairman and CEO, Pernod Ricard India Ltd stated, “When we launched our domestic range of Nine Hills wines in Nov 2006 to a limited market, we hardly expected that in a year we would win a definitive accolade for our wine. Today, the Seagram’s Nine Hills range of wines is available across several states and we only expect to gain greater heights with our second vintage which has just been released”
The “Seagram’s Nine Hills – Shiraz 2007” was also awarded a ‘Seal of Approval’ in recognition of its fine quality. This challenge was chaired by, and organized in association with Robert Joseph, Chairman of the International Wine Challenge, London from 1984-2005, and founder of the Wine Challenges held in Singapore, China, Russia and Japan. This is Robert Joseph’s 50th wine challenge globally.
The competition is designed to award excellence and recognize quality in wines from around the world. Seagram’s Nine Hills was selected by a panel of 6 judges (3 International and 3 Indians).
Seagram’s Nine Hills wine gets its name from the nine hills surrounding Nashik where the company’s winery and the vineyards are located. The Nine Hills varietal range includes Shiraz, Cabernet Sauvignon, Chenin Blanc and Sauvignon Blanc.
Pernod Ricard India, a Pernod Ricard Group Company, the world’s second largest wine and spirits conglomerate, is a name that is synonymous with world renowned wine brands such as Jacob’s Creek (Australia), Montana (New Zealand) & Mumms Champagne, and the finest spirit brands such as Royal Salute, Chivas Regal, The Glenlivet , Ballantines & Martell.
More about the Seagram’s Nine Hills:
Nine Hills Chenin Blanc - 2007
Our Chenin Blanc has a golden hue with light floral & fruity aromas. This light and fruity wine will pair well with salads and appetizers.
Nine Hills Sauvignon Blanc - 2007
Our Sauvignon Blanc has a pale golden colour with pronounced aromas of passion fruit, pineapple and fresh lime. This wine will pair well with salads and seafood dishes.
Nine Hills Shiraz - 2007
Our Shiraz has a deep red colour with hints violet. This full bodied wine with soft velvety tannins expresses fruity notes of cherry and strawberry and will be an ideal accompaniment for various meat and barbeque dishes.
Nine Hills Cabernet Sauvignon - 2007
Our Cabernet Sauvignon has a nice red terracotta colour with purple highlights and it expresses hints of cherry, vanilla and capsicum aromas. Its well balanced acidity and soft tannins charm the palate and leave a lingering finish. This full bodied wine is an excellent accompaniment for various cheese and meat dishes.