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Wine tourism boom in India - About.com

India is experiencing a boom in wine tourism. Many Indian vineyards now have tasting rooms, so wine enthusiasts can enjoy exploring India's wine regions. It's often possible to complete the experience by staying at at the vineyards.

India's main wine region is Nasik, around four hours northeast of Mumbai, in Maharastra. However, there are also some reputable wineries scattered further south in India.

Visit these vineyards to enjoy some of the best wine in India.

Sula Vineyards has a luxury three bedroom bungalow called Beyond, which visitors can rent. It's located a short distance from the winery. Beyond comes with private balconies, large living area, swimming pool, and in-house chef who'll prepare delicious meals made out of organic vegetables.

Location: On the outskirts of Nasik, off Gangapur-Savargaon Road, around 20 minutes drive from town.

Indage Vinteners /Chateau Indage's winery has well stocked wine bar, where visitors can taste six varieties for 150 rupees, as well as a wine shop. Those who are feeling hungry can dine at the Ivy restaurant on the premises. Chateau Indage also offers winery tours. If you arrive by 11 a.m. on weekends, you'll be able to participate in a one and half hour a tour of the vineyard.

Location: On the outskirts of Narayangaon, around 85 kilometers (53 miles) from Pune on the Mumbai-Nashik Highway.

Chateau d’Ori is a relatively new winery, who's first harvest was in February 2007. Significant effort is being put into developing the 400 acres of vineyards as a tourist destination, with three artificial lakes for boating and other water sports, luxury farmhouse accommodations, and ambient wine tasting lounge. The winery's state-of-the-art technology is also worth checking out.

Location: At the base of the picturesque Nhera-Ori hills at Dindori, around 22 kilometers (13 miles) from Nashik on the Nashik-Dindori Road.

Grover Vineyards: To arrange your own personalized tour of the vineyard, get in touch with Grover Vineyards at visit@grovervineyards.in. There are extensive wine trails across the property, and it's also possible to visit the winery's new barrel room.

Location: Nandi Hills, around 40 kilometers (25 miles) north of Bangalore in Karnataka.

Tiger Hill Vineyards: The attractive thing about the resort is that it has a tasting lounge bar, and offers a wide range of wines at view reasonable prices. It's worth a visit if you're in Nasik to enjoy wine!

Location: Tiger Hills Vineyard Resort is located on the Mumbai-Nasik Highway, around 20 minutes drive from town.

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