Along with regular guided vineyard tour and wine tasting sessions SULA is celebrating Wine Cheese and Chocolate Festival this entire month of July. Where you can enjoy pairing best selected wines with cheese and chocolates.

Timings for the tasting session:
(All days in July except 19^th as it is a dry day on account of Ashadhi Ekadashi.)
Weekdays:  5:15pm & 6:15 pm

Weekends: 1:15, 2:15, 3:15, 4:15, 5:15 & 6:15

Charges

Rs. 400 per head for the special tasting session.

For any queries, please call: 98601-90013/99700-90046

Sulafest is signature festival of Sula Vineyards, Sulafest  2014 was the 7 th Edition of this gourmet music festival. This festival is arranged  during grape harvesting season to celebrate the beginning of harvest of the grape season in India’s Grapes & Wine Capital nashik.

Over 9000  festival-goers  from all over the world was present at Sulafest 2014. This year going bigger and better more international artists performed at three different stages spread across vineyards. Gypsy All Stars  and Gaudi  was head-liners for the day 1 and 2 at the main amphitheatre stage while DJ Anna from rocked the EDM stage. Alongside head-liners Susheel Raman, Vasudha Sharma and Shpongle’s performances was splendid.

As like every year Sula Bazar, Gourmet food stalls and other activities  like grape stomping,wine tours entertained fest-goers. Here are few stills from Day 1 and Day 2.

Although Valentine’s Day is fast approaching, there’s still plenty of time to plan a last-minute date, if you haven’t framed one out in advance.Today, We hand picked five places across Nashik City to spend time with someone special. Here they are, in no particular order.

1.Sula Vineyards.

Address: Survey 36/2, Sula Rd, Sawargaon, Maharashtra 422222
Phone: 0253 302 7777

Tasting room at Sula vineyards nashik

2.Riverdine

Address:Near Asaram bapu bridge, extension of sawarkar ngr,off.gangapur rd,Nashik-422013
Phone:02536565653 / 9923273444

Riverdine nashik

3.Sky Cafe

Address: Kusumagraj Path, Patil Colony, College Rd, Nashik, Maharashtra 422005

Sky Cafe Nashik

4.Leo

Address:Orchid Arcade, 3rd & 4th Floor, College Road, Nashik – 422005

LEO’s Eat Out Nashik

5.Machaan

Address: National Highway 3 Service Rd, Renuka Nagar, Nashik, Maharashtra 422011

Machan Nashik

Well this list will go on. There are plenty of nice places, fine dine restaurants and Café’s in nashik to visit for a lavish meal and good time with your special person.  Hope you’ll have a good time. Happy Valentines day nashik. !

Sula Vineyards is organizing a DJ Night every month at The Tasting Cellar at Sula Vineyards. Every time they will be calling new DJ to perform at this dance party. The entry fee includes a wine cocktail as well.

DJ night march 2014 at Sula Vineyards

For enquiries or ticket booking for DJ night by Sula Vineyards please contact  on this number: +91 9970090039

Event: DJ night at Sula Vineyards

Date & Time:
March  27, 2014 From 8:00 pm To  11:45 pm

Venue:
Sula Vineyards
Gat 36/2
Govardhan Village,Off Gangapur-Savargaon Road
Nashik

Ticket  (Includes Entry and Wine Cocktail) :
Club Sula Members:350

Regular Price:  400

Contact Info:
9970090039

Sula Vineyards has organised exclusive dinner on 26th March with Mr. Rajeev Samant (CEO of Sula Vineyards) and Kerry Damskey, (Californian Master Winemaker of Sula). Guest will get chance to taste some of this year’s unreleased vintage wines of Sula over dinner & drink and have talk with Rajeev Samant, Kerry Damskey. The event will be held at Open Air Amphitheatre at Sula Vineyards,Nashik. You’ve to book your tickets in order attend this session, Tickets are available at “The Tasting Room” at Sula Vineyards for 1300 (Single) / 2000 (Couple).So book your tickets now .

If you want double fun Sula has also hosting “DJ Night” on 27th of Sept, Details can be seen here: http://justnashik.com/2014/03/19/dj-night-at-sula-vineyards-27th-march/

Wine Tasting Sula 2014 Fresh Taste of 2014 

Event: Drinks & Dinner with Rajeev Samant & Kerry Damskey

Date & Time: Wed, 26th March 2014 ,7-10 pm

Venue: The Amphitheatre, Sula Vineyards, Nashik

Ticket: 1300 Single / 2000 Couple

Contact Info:+91 9970090039

Get ready to dance the night away and sip on Sula’s delectable wines as  DJ Night is back on 25th April. For enquiries or ticket booking for DJ night by Sula Vineyards please contact  on this number: +91 9970090039. Club Sula members have a special discount grab your tickets now.

Event: DJ night at Sula Vineyards

Date & Time:
April 25, 2014 From 7:00 pm onwards.

Venue:
Sula Vineyards
Gat 36/2
Govardhan Village,Off Gangapur-Savargaon Road
Nashik

Ticket  (Includes Entry and Wine Cocktail) :
Club Sula Members:350

Regular Price:  400

Contact Info:
9970090039

Sula Vineyards has emerged as one of the most prestigious wine producer of the country, producing nearly 7 million litters of wine and crushing 8700 Tonnes of grapes this year, Sula is constantly pushing their own benchmarks from its inception in late 90’s.Since then Sula has always been in the forefront of Indian wine revolution.Right now they have around 28 different wines in their portfolio and from last year Sula has also started producing India’s first Grape Seed oil.

Tasting room at Sula vineyards nashik

Sula has their own estate in India’s wine capital Nashik ‘aka’ Nashik Valley where grapes are cultivated and crushed in their winery, Sula has also pioneered wine tourism in country, Right from wine tours, Wine Tasting and one of the biggest wine music festival in the country Sula has now gone one step “beyond” in wine tourism.With their state of the art resort Beyond.Which is India’s first vineyards resort.

Beyond is a 32 room getaway resort – the perfect haven of peace for stressed out city folk. Take a dip in the infinity pool, go for a leisurely bicycle ride on the winding country roads, soak up the peaceful view or simply enjoy delicious food while sipping on Sula wines. Beyond is quite simply a slice of paradise.

Beyond resort is located 3 KM ahead Sula Vineyards amidst grape farms and hills with panoramic view of Gangapur backwater. Beyond is country’s first vineyards resort. Resort have 29 lavish rooms named after different varieties of grapes and one grand villa with 3 bedrooms and separate swimming pool  for more private stay. Every room has its own balcony with lake/hill view. One can spend a refreshing stay in tranquil surroundings of an acres of grape farm here in Nashik.Every stay at resort includes complimentary wine tour and tasting session.

To satisfy your cravings beyond has Café Rose, The all-day dining restaurant, which has an array of A la carte dishes inclined towards healthy and nutritious food, Entire menu at Café Rose is prepared with a bunch of ingredients hand-picked from Sula’s own organic farms.

Other Facilities at Beyond Resort. 

White Room– A conference hall with state-of-art audio-visual equipment, perfect for meetings and corporate get-together.

Infinity Pool – a beautiful pool pouring down into the vineyards, with its own open wine bar.

Gymnasium- a well-equipped gym overlooking the infinity pool, vineyards and lake.

Vino Spa– Vino spa is the perfect companion to the resort with modern massage rooms, a Jacuzzi and exclusive services to pamper you.

Red Room– A furnished game and chill-out room to keep children and adults busy all day, with the game of your choice – be it table tennis, carom, darts, foosball or play pool with your favourite glass of Sula.

So packed you bags and come down to nashik for this weekend to  laze away the summer.

For information and reservations:

Beyond Resort @ Sula Vineyards, Nashik
Call : + 91 253-2230141 / +91 7875555725
https://sulawines.com/stay.aspx
Mail :beyond@sulawines.com
Click here for directions to Beyond.

Recently Justnashik team interviewed Mr. Rajeev Samant, MD & CEO of Sula Vineyards.  Sula Vineyards has emerged as one of the most prestigious wine producer of the country, producing nearly 7 million litters of wine and crushing 8700 Tonnes of grapes this year, Sula is constantly pushing their own benchmarks from its inception in late 90′s.Since then Sula has always been in the forefront of Indian wine revolution.Right now they have around 28 different wines in their portfolio and from last year Sula has also started producing India’s first Grape Seed oil.

Sula has their own estate in India’s wine capital Nashik ‘aka’ Nashik Valley where grapes are cultivated and crushed in their winery, Sula has also pioneered wine tourism in country, Right from wine tours, Wine Tasting and one of the biggest wine music festival in the country.

 Mr. Rajeev Samant (MD & CEO of Sula Vineyards) at Sula Vineyards

1.       What drew you to wine making?

It was pure serendipity, it so happened that I had been living in California where I had developed a taste for wine and I decided to return to India and we happened to be in Nashik for a family wedding which is where my father was born and we owned a small piece of land. Once thing led to another and I decided to start farming the land because I wanted to spend part of my life in the country not in the city. Couple of years later I realized that Nashik had a lot of grapes but no wine and that was my A-ha! moment and I felt that I was the right person at the right time and at the right place to do it

2.       Tell us something about Sula Vineyards, Specially this year vintages?

Today, Sula Vineyards’ award-winning wines are available nationwide at the finest hotels and restaurants, and also internationally. 2013 was the probably the best white wine vintage so far and the Sauvignon Blanc especially stands out.

3.       When not drinking Sula wines, what are some of your favorite wines?

I’m a lover of Pinot Noir, from Burgundy, Oregon and New Zealand. And also Albariño and Ribera del Duero from Spain, among many others.

4.       What is your favorite summertime food and wine pairing?

I have my own organic vegetable garden, so in the summer I’m generally vegetarian with a lot of cooling salads and cool soups and a chilled glass of our new Reserve Chenin Blanc is the perfect accompaniment.

5.       What is the most exciting thing happening with Indian wine today?

With every vintage, new varietals are being launched. Tempranillo is looking very exciting for the future, as is Riesling. On the consumer side, you have increasing awareness and excitement which can only be good for the future of Indian wine. Wine tourism is also becoming increasingly popular Sula Vineyards opened the country’s first Tasting Room at Sula in 2005 and India’s first vineyard resort in 2007.

6.       Future plan of Sula Wines.

The future is definitely bright. The wines are getting better every year and more and more Indians are drinking more and more wine every year. So this is going to be one of the world’s most exciting growth markets for wine and Sula is by far the # 1 consumer’s choice

7.       Tell us something about Nashik.

Nashik has such huge advantages like the climate, the beautiful surrounding landscape and proximity to Mumbai. I wish that awareness levels could be elevated in Nashik so that we could, one day, proclaim ourselves as the city with the cleanest air and water in India, that’s my dream for Nashik. A sustainable, super eco-friendly development led, perhaps, by the wine industry.

New year’s eve at Sula is back, NYE 2015 i.e. the New Year’s Party at Sula Vineyards, Nashik on 31^st December 2014. This year the party gets even cooler with 2 DJs, who will get your feet tapping to some peppy Bollywood & groovy EDM music – a unique concept for Nashik! Here are the links to some videos from previous parties to give you an idea of how cool it is.

Retro Sula 2014 – NYE Party at Sula

Neo Sula 2013 – NYE Party at Sula

New Year Party at Sula Vineyards

*Early bird discounts are for limited time.Please contact Sula Vineyards as soon as possible to get early bird discounts.

Please note

•  The ticket is inclusive of unlimited food and all types of drinks.
•  Only one stag is allowed per couple as we intend it to be more of a couples party.
•  No ticket is required for child below 5 years of age. Child ticket is applicable for child above age of 5 and below 4 feet in height. Child above 4 feet will be considered as adult irrespective of the age.

Call on 98601 90013 for passes.

Although Valentine’s Day is fast approaching, there’s still plenty of time to plan a last-minute date, if you haven’t framed one out in advance.Today, We hand-picked few  places across Nashik City to spend time with someone special. Here they are, in no particular order.

Restaurants to spend time with your valentine in Nashik

Culture Kitchen: Located in Nashik – The Wine capital of India, overlooking the serene Gangapur backwaters, Culture Kitchen (CK) is a vineyard restaurant offering Traditional Indian, Contemporary Indian and Global selections. Serve the finest estate bottled Soma Wines and Wine Based Cocktails

Address: Survey 1/B, Gangapur-Ganghavare Road, Ganghavare Village, Nasik (Nashik), India

Culture Kitechen , Soma Vineyards Nashik

La Cafetino at SSK Solitaire: For a caffeine fix and a quick bite with your partner, head to Le Cafetino at The SSK Solitaire Hotel & Banquets, a 24*7 Coffee Shop in the hub of the city.

Address: Ahilyabai Holkar Marg, Tidke Colony, Nasik, Maha., India.

Phone : +91 253 2232850/51/52

Le Cafetino at SSK Solitaire

Soleil La plage: The vibrant French trio behind La Plage, Morgan Rainforth, Florence Tarbouriech, and Serge Lozana, has created a quaint space with handpicked pieces of art and décor, for that old-world, yet superbly sophisticated, charm. It is safe to say that unsuspecting patrons will quickly find their visits to Soleil turning into decadent three-hour affairs, filled with abundant food, and free-flowing wine and conversation.

Address: Gat 36/2, Govardhan Village, Off Gangapur-Savargaon Road, Nashik 422 222, Maharashtra, India.
Phone: +91 253 302 7777

La Plage Soleil Sula Vineyards

York Tasting Room: The perfect setting for a leisurely afternoon. Visit  York Winery’s tasting room to try out award-winning range of wines. Open daily: 12 noon to 9pm (except for dry days)

Contact: +91 96577 2800

Panoramic View from York’s Tasting Room

Bake Studio-Bon Vivant: For all your sweet cravings. Try a range of delicious Cakes, Pastries, Baked Goods and Snacks at The Bake Studio!
Address:Patil Park, Old Gangapur Naka, Opp. Dongre Vasti Gruh Nasik (Nashik), India

Phone: 0253 324 6060

Bake Studio At bon Vivant nashik

The Tasting Room at Sula Vineyards: Spend time with your partner at Tasting Room. Boasts a blue-mosaic balcony bar with a panoramic view of the rolling vineyards surrounded by hills and the picturesque Gangapur lake in the distance. The 34-ft. bar runs continuously from the inner room to the open balcony, and is softly lit by wine bottle lamps hanging from the ceiling.

Address: Gat 36/2, Govardhan Village, Off Gangapur-Savargaon Road, Nashik 422 222, Maharashtra, India.
Phone: +91 253 302 7777

Tasting room at Sula vineyards nashik

Events in Nashik on the occasion of Valentine’s Day

Cupid’s Den :Cupid’s Den, an upcoming romantic themed acoustic music festival, gives you the best romantic experience ever where couples can listen to romantic acoustic music, and explore the beautiful location Beze Anantha, a sustainable green space, on their own. Singles can enjoy the company of friends while enjoying the stunning great
outdoors. The one day musical extravaganza includes eclectic live music performances, camping and backyard adventure fun. Cupid’s Den is slated for the 14th of February 2015 at Beze Anantha, Nashik

SOS Cupid’s Den Nashik

Sula Dinner:  After awesome SulaFest, Sula Vineyards has planned a special dinner at Sula Vineyards. Dine with your loved one at VIP dome area this 14th Feb, Valentines day. Dinner with a glass of bubbly at Rs. 1999 per couple. For bookings, call or message on 9970090039. Limited seating!

  Sula Vineyards Nashik

Amore Fiesta – SSK Solitaire: SSK Solitaire presents the city’s most exciting Valentine’s Day Festival. Games, Contests & Exciting prizes. Assured gifts for everyone. Entry is Free. Registration starts at 5pm, 14th Feb. 

Amore Fiesta – SSK Solitaire

Weddings are occasions that call for merriment and bliss, but what makes it truly special is when you have the option to wed away at a destination. Breaking free from the traditional ways, an increasing number of young Indian couples are opting for destination weddings. While beach and palace weddings have gained popularity in India, people often find themselves in a fix when it comes to choosing a unique destination for their important day. Stirring clear from the cluster, Sula Vineyards makes the perfect destination to create beautiful memories not only for the bride and the groom but also for their guests.

Surrounded by the lush green vineyards, the open-air Amphitheatre at Sula Vineyards makes a scenic location with the mountains as the backdrop, setting sun on the horizon and the cool breeze from the nearby Gangapur Lake. The Amphitheatre is designed to accommodate the needs of special events with permanent semi-circular seating and the stage in the centre. Weddings at the vineyards are as fairytale and close to nature as it can get – an exceptional marriage of magic and countryside.

Beyond by Sula is a 35-room luxury resort, located just a short distance from the winery.With pre-wedding wine-based spa therapies at Spa by Touché at the resort, the bride and the groom can pamper themselves with rejuvenating and refreshing treatments. Between functions, the guests too can take a quick wine tour or enjoy a glass of wine at The Tasting Room which overlooks the vineyard.

With 1.5 acres of professionally landscaped green lawns at the Amphitheatre, luxurious stay at Beyond by Sula, relaxing spa therapies at Spa by Touch and much more, Sula Vineyards makes it a perfect destination wedding venue for couples who are looking to create unique memories for their guests, on the day they begin a new chapter together.

For more info

Call: Sameer Kazi – 9970090039

Email: sameer.kazi@sulawines.com

Web: http://sulawines.com

The Winery and Tasting Room: Sula Vineyards
Gate 36/2, Govardhan Village,
Off Gangapur-Savargaon Road,
Nashik 422 222, Maharashtra, India.
Tel.: +91 253 302 7777
Mobile: +91 99700 90010

1) Brut Tropicale: Covered in paisley in riotous tropical colors, Sula’s limited edition Brut Tropicale is a Blanc de Noirs, a white Méthode Champenoise sparkler made from premium black grapes including Pinot Noir. Classy yet fun – it’s perfect for celebrations and gifting this festive season.

Cost: (INR 1050)

Brut Tropicale by Sula

2) Grape seed oil and wine chocolates : Grape seed oil makes for a perfect gift, tying it to the tradition of ‘Abhyanga Snan’ it’s the best moisturizer in this freezing cold weather of Nashik. And who doesn¹t like chocolates! These little ones are with the twist. Try them to find out.

Cost: (INR 650)

Grape Seed Oil by Sula Vineyards

3) Tour and Tasting : Gift a one of its kind experience this Diwali. Let your friends and family uncover the mysteries of the wine making process from grape to bottle followed by a tasting session where we¹ll lead them through the proper steps to see, swirl, sniff, and sip wine.

Cost: (Weekdays 250 Rs per head, Weekends 350 Rs pe head)

Sula Vineyards in the Monsoon

4) Spa at Sula: Pamper you loved ones this festive season with some relaxing wine therapies. Let the aromatic oils and relaxing treatments rejuvenate their mind, body & soul. Gift a Spa treatment today!

Cost: (INR 1000 onwards)

Spa at Beyond Sula

5) Farm to fork dining experience: Gift the most unique dining experience in Nashik to your loved ones. Soleil by La Plage, is a marriage of world fine dishes with the accuracy of French cooking techniques. It is a quaint space with handpicked pieces of art and décor, for that old-world, yet superbly sophisticated, charm.

Cost: (INR 2000 for two people)

Soleil – A Treat at Sula Vineyards Nashik

In 2000, Sula sold its first bottle – India’s first Sauvignon Blanc, and has since put the country on the global wine map. To mark the amazing first 15 years, Sula is releasing its beautiful limited edition festive season bottle on 25^th October, 2015.

Brut Tropicale by Sula Vineyards

Covered in paisley in riotous tropical colors, the limited edition Brut Tropicale is a Blanc de Noirs, améthodechampenoise sparkler made from premium black grapes including Pinot Noir. The paisley motif – symbolic of life and eternity – has been interpreted and adopted as a quintessential part of the various cultures of India, spanning Kashmir to Kanyakumari. Today, the motif prevails in special occasions, ranging from henna patterns, ethnic fabrics, jewelry and such, emphasizing that most celebrations begin and end with paisley.

To mark the occasion, Rajeev Samant, Founder and CEO of Sula Vineyards, said, “We wanted to do something exceptional to celebrate Sula’s 15 fabulous years. The result of two years of hard work is this beautiful Blanc de Noirs, a special wine. The limited edition Brut Tropicale is classy yet fun – perfect for celebrations and gifting this festive season.”

In the last 15 years, Sula Vineyards has also been a pioneer in India’s wine tourism opening the country’s first winery Tasting Room in 2005 and first vineyard resort, Beyond by Sula, in 2007. With 200,000 visitors in 2014, Sula is one of the most visited wineries in the world and the #1 spot where Indians first taste wine. Sula’s award-winning wines are available nationwide at the finest hotels and restaurants, and are also exported worldwide. The company is also a leading wine and spirits importer, with a portfolio of prestigious brands like Remy Cointreau, Cono Sur, Hardys, Ruffino and Asahi.

Brut Tropicale by Sula

Firmly committed to remaining at the forefront of Indian wines, Sula continues to experiment with new varietals, engage in sustainable agriculture and support the local rural economy. The launch of the bottles is a commemoration of Sula’s success and its progress in global wine market.

India’s most gorgeously situated, eagerly awaited Gourmet World Music Festival is around the corner and this one promises to be even bigger and better!With over 100 international and national artists, more than 25 genres, 23 nations and over 30 gourmet food and beverage options – SulaFest 2016 goes a notch higher in its 9^th edition.At last year’s sold out festival, over 12,000 fest-goers had a weekend to remember and this year guarantees a grander production and even more amazing memories.From 12:30 pm on wards, SulaFest party goers can expect a mega-mix of great music, wine, drinks, food, fashion and shopping in the idyllic environs of the vineyards and the winery’s beautiful open-air, Greek-style amphitheater.

SulaFest ’15 in all its glory

This year’s artist line-up befits a true ‘World Music Festival’ with the freshest acts – as always a mix of nationwide and internationally celebrated artists.

KAILASA (India | Indian, Fusion, Sufi)Kailash Kher is a Singer-Music, Composer- Lyricist and Performer. He has performed on over 400 Hindi film soundtracks, sung in over 20 languages in regional Indian films, not to mention recording more than 350 radio and television advertising jingles.

Kailash Kher and Kailasa

Along with guitars, drums and keyboards; the band incorporates classical Indian instruments and traditional lyrics to infuse folk and Sufi hue to their songs.

Kailasa has performed over 900 concerts in about nine years across the globe.

The Cat Empire_Headliner_SulaFest ’16

THE CAT EMPIRE (Australia | Ska, Jazz, Funk, Rock, Latin) will make their much-awaited Indian début as one of the headliners of SulaFest ’16.

On the ‘Main Stage’: THE CAT EMPIRE (Australia | Ska, Jazz, Funk, Rock, Latin), KAILASA (India | Indian, Fusion, Sufi), BALKAN BEAT BOX (Israel | Balkan, Gypsy, Electronic), DUB INC (France | Dub, Reggae), SUCCESS (France |Electro-Rock), MADE IN BARCELONA (Spain | Latin), DELHI2DUBLIN (Canada & India | Dhol, Celtic, Fusion, Pop), MADBOY/MINK (India | Electro-Swing, Funk, Pop), TRIBAL FLORA (India | Psychedelic, Percussion, World), RODNEY BRANIGAN (UK | Rock n’ Roll, Blues, Country), and AQUA DOMINATRIX (India | Dark Pop, Dream).

Back and way bigger this year and shifted toamidst of the vineyards…is the Atmasphere stage where super cool DJs will be spinning some incredible house and techno. Headlining this stage is songwriter, producer, remixer, DJ, and label owner EDU IMBERNON (Spain | Deep House, Progressive House), a global electronic music heavyweight also know to collaborate with international stalwarts – Coyu and Droogto mention a few – to produce chart-topping electronic tracks. On the Atmasphere Stage: EDU IMBERNON (Spain), LUNA CITY EXPRESS (Denmark), RIK WATTS (Netherlands),BONO GOLDBAUM (Austria), O-BE (Ibiza), SASHANTI (Russia) and WHOSAIN AND ANASTACIA (India).

Sulafest Nashik

World-class audio L’Acoustics K1 PA system is set to enhance your audio and visual experience at the fest.

Cecilia Oldne, VP – Marketing, Sula Vineyards says,“Wow, our 9th festival is going to be quite something! Cannot wait to reveal what we have in store for you this SulaFest. Come join us as we tune into the rhythm of the vines and create magic in the way only SulaFest can! Where else would you rather be?

“We are proud to stand along with Sula and announce this diverse and power packed line-up of amazing bands. This year, instead of focusing on just one headliner, the plan was to have several big names. Over the past few years, we’ve strived to bring amazing international and Indian talent to the Sula stage, and we continue to stay true to this ethos through the 2016 line-up which is undoubtedly the most unique live music line-up of the year. SulaFest 2016 – here we go!” says JehanJohar, Founder, Ra Music.

Commenting on the association with SulaFest, Vineet Gautam, Country Head, VERO MODA says, “VERO MODA’s association with SulaFest allows us to connect with our audience through the medium of music, food, art & wine to celebrate fashion. It’s reassuring to see the continuous success of this fest and we are proud to be a part of it again. Last year’s event was memorable and this year too we will have a high octane fashion show, to mark the launch of VERO MODA’s Spring Summer’ 2016 collection. Moreover, we have a lot of exciting on ground activities planned that will make sure everyone has a great time”.

Spicing up the weekend will be the SulaFest Bazaar with a selection of fun items for sale. Foot massages, tarot reading, grape stomping, and a variety of other activities is sure to add to that fest-feel.

The newly revamped and extended Tasting Room along with the rustic Tasting Cellar is expected to be exciting as always, with special tours and tastings to be given to wine enthusiasts.

Apart from wines from the vineyards of Sula, fest-goers can also enjoy a wide selection of libations from around the world by Sula’s import arm Sula Selections. Hardysare on board as a wine partner and Asahi Super Dry Beer, Cointreau, Grant’s Reserve, Jägermeister, Jack Daniel’s Bourbon, Stolichnya Vodka, and Monkey Shoulder – the world’s first Triple Malt Scotch Whiskey will all make sure no one goes thirsty!

The likes of Social, The Bombay Food Truck, Olive Bar & Kitchen, Woodside Inn and many more will serve up great food to go with the vide selection of wine and drinks! At the popular Soleil by La Plage, Chef Morgan Rainforth has prepared a special menu with organic produce from Sula’s very own farms, offering a sit-down gourmet dining experience like no other.

Last year, Tent City – where you can camp out amidst the cool vineyards, was a huge hit and so it’s back even bigger and better!

SulaFest is associating with Ra Music, as the main stage music curator and Soma Project for the Atmasphere stage line-up – bringing to you the freshest and most eclectic festival line-up of the year! As always, SulaFest goes out to help locally based and national NGO’s and non-profits.

For all festival-related information such as artists, tickets and others – visit www.sulafest.net

For last year’s highlights, check out this YouTube video: https://goo.gl/EZxrMp

Are you ready? Let’s do this.

Ticket prices:

Early Bird:

1-day: INR 1,850/-

2-day: INR 3,000/-

Pre-Event:

1-day: INR 2,200/-

2-day: INR 3,300/-

Box Office:

1-day: INR 2,500/-

2-day: INR 3,700/-

VIP:

2-day: INR 6,500/-

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On the occasion of Holi, Sula Vineyards launches a‘Limited Edition’ Sula Brut in Maharashtra, Delhi and West Bengal. Sula has produced only 1000 cases of what is an exclusive Methodé Champenoise sparkling wine in a colorful, groundbreaking and stunning packaging.

The design that exhibits splashes of bright colors across the bottle, is inspired by the chaotic beauty and vibrancy of Holi, with blue handprints thatwork as a perfect motif, signifying how Holi brings out the child in everyone.

Colors on the bottle seem lifelike, denoting the exuberance and joie de vivre that only Indian festivals, and typically Holi exude!This neverbefore done activation in the country not only reflects Sula’s pioneering spirit but also how Sula is rooted in its Indian origin – taking pride in the multicolored ethos that is India.

The bottle is super-exclusive and perfect to grab as a gift when one goes out to #GetSplashed this Holi.

Talking about the latest addition to the portfolio,Cecilia Oldne, VP – Marketing, Sula Vineyards, says, “Holi is a favourite festival and we wanted to make this one extra special and colourful! The design of this limited edition beauty includes all the vibrant colours of the rainbow, reflects joy, and is created to put a smile on one’s face. Let’s welcome Holi back by popping some happiness!”

The wine will be available in Maharashtra, Delhi and West Bengal priced at Rs. 1050.

Sula Brut tastes best when served chilled and in good company!

About Sula Vineyards:

Sula Vineyards is by far India’s first choice in wine. Their award-winning wines are available nationwide at the finest hotels and restaurants, and are also exported throughout the world. Sula is on track to sell a million cases of wine in 2016!

Sula is also a pioneer in India’s wine tourism opening the country’s first winery Tasting Room in 2005 and first vineyard resort, Beyond by Sula, in 2007. With over 250,000 visitors this year, Sula is one of the most visited wineries in the world and the #1 spot where Indians first taste wine.

Firmly committed to remaining at the forefront of Indian wines, Sula continues to experiment with new varietals, engage in sustainable agriculture and support the local rural economy. Sula is well on its way to becoming one of the world’s most sustainable wine producers.

In addition, the company is also a leading wine and spirits importer, with Sula Selections, a portfolio of prestigious brands like Remy Cointreau, Hardys, Ruffino and Asahi.

For information on the entire Sula brand portfolio, visit www.sulavineyards.com

Recognized by the prestigious Drinks Business Awards for
`Best Contribution to Wine and Spirits Tourism’

May 5^th 2016,Sula has made history as the first Indian company to win a Drinks Business Award. Sula Vineyards – India’s # 1 wine producer was awarded for ‘Best contribution to Wine and Spirits Tourism’. This award recognizes global wine and spirits company’s efforts to draw customers to a unique tourism experience.

The Drinks Business is a global leading wine and spirits publication that showcases the most important and latest developments in the drinks industry. The DB Awards have become one of the most prestigious and respected commemorations in the industry. The 13^th Annual DB Awards ceremony was held at the Olympia Exhibition Centre in West London on May 4^th during London Wine Fair 2016. Rajeev Samant, CEO & Founder, Sula Vineyards was present at the ceremony.

On receiving the award, Rajeev Samant said, “It’s really nice when all the hard work you’ve put in is recognized in this way by such a prestigious publication! We are one of the most visited vineyards in the world with over 200,000 visitors and we believe we are the #1 spot in the world where people drink their first glass of wine. Combine that with SulaFest and it’s something very special in the Wide World of Wine. It’s the first time an Indian company has won a Drinks Business award and we are over the moon!!”

15 years ago, Sula was the first to set up a winery in Nashik – the city is today known as the wine capital of India. Sula is a pioneer in wine tourism in India, having opened the country’s first Tasting Room at a winery in 2005 and the first vineyard resort, Beyond by Sula, in 2007.

The company’s yearly music festival SulaFest, attracting over 10,000 people over two days, has become one of the country’s most awaited music festivals.

Sula Vineyards discovered Dindori as a wine making region, and it is today regarded as having the best terroir for producing red wine in India.

This recognition is a testament to Sula’s successful efforts in putting India on the world wine map!

About Sula Vineyards:

Sula Vineyards is by far India’s first choice in wine. Their award-winning wines are available nationwide at the finest hotels and restaurants, and are also exported throughout the world. Sula is on track to sell a million cases of wine in 2016.

Sula is also a pioneer in India’s wine tourism opening the country’s first winery Tasting Room in 2005 and first vineyard resort, Beyond by Sula, in 2007. With over 200,000 visitors last year, Sula is one of the most visited wineries in the world and the #1 spot where Indians first taste wine.

Firmly committed to remaining at the forefront of Indian wines, Sula continues to experiment with new varietals, engage in sustainable agriculture and support the local rural economy. Sula is well on its way to becoming one of the world’s most sustainable wine producers.

In addition, the company is also a leading wine and spirits importer with Sula Selections, a portfolio of prestigious brands like Remy Cointreau, Hardys, Ruffino and Asahi.

For information on the entire Sula brand portfolio, visit www.sulavineyards.com

In 2015, Sula Vineyards, India’s # 1 wine company announced the launch of JANUS –India’s first 100 % premium grape brandy. This is another milestone for the company who are proud to announce that JANUS has been awarded a Bronze Medal in the tasting category at the International Spirits challenge (ISC) 2016 .ISC is the most authoritative, respected and influential spirits competition in the world .In the blind tasting JANUS took home a bronze from an impressive line-up of spirits.

“we are thrilled to receive this prestigious recognition ,”said Rajeev Samant, CEO ,Sula Vineyards ‘’This acknowledgement further validates JANUS` groundbreaking project to create India’s first 100% premium grape brandy. Winners are determined in part by experts in the industry. We are pleased that they have recognised our efforts to lead the industry in terms of innovation and quality.’’

JANUS is India’s first 100% grape brandy. Deriving its name from the ancient Roman deity with two faces, JANUS embodies the exceptional French Cognac making heritage and the expertise of Sula in selecting the best Indian grapes .JANUS is made from carefully selected grapes from the best Indian vineyards which are then double distilled in small batches using traditional French alembic pot stills, to produce a liquor of exceptional smoothness and character.

Awards organizer Justin Smith said. “  This year’s judging was tougher than ever before with consistent quality found across each category .It made for a series of fascinating blind tasting sessions, with our experts coming to their final conclusions led by the experience of  the chairmen’’.

Winning an ISC awards is an impressive achievement for any spirit that passes the scrupulous blind assessment from the experienced panel of specialist judges.

Full results are published on the International Spirits Challenges (ISC) websites (www.internationalspiritschallenge.com)

JANUS is currently available in 750 ml and 180 ml. A 750 ml in Karnataka is priced at 1900, Andra Pradesh INR 2390, Telangana INR 2265.In Goa, Pondicherry, Daman and Silvassa JANUS is retailed at INR 1500 and available across leading outlets. It is manufactured by Artisan Spirits, 100% subsidiary of Sula Vineyards.

About Sula Vineyards:

Sula Vineyards is by far India`s first choice in wine. Their award-winning wines are available nationwide at the finest hotels and restaurants, and are also exported throughout the world .Sula is on track to sell a million cases of wine in 2016.

Sula is also a pioneer in India`s wine tourism opening the country`s first winery Tasting Room In 2005 and first vineyard resort, Beyond by Sula in 2007.with over 2,30,000 visitors last year ,Sula is one of the most visited wineries in the world and the #1 spot where Indians first taste wine.

Sula Vineyards recently won the prestigious Drinks Business Awards 2016 for the `Best Contribution to Wine and Spirits Tourism’! This is the first time an Indian company has won a Drinks Business Awards.

Firmly committed to remaining at the forefront of Indian wines, Sula continues to experiment with new varietals, engage in sustainable agriculture and support the local rural economy .Sula is well on its way to becoming one of the world’s most sustainable wine producers.

In addition, the company is also a leading wine and spirits importer, with Sula Selections, a portfolio of prestigious brands like Remy Cointreau, Hardys, Ruffino and Asahi .For information on the entire Sula brand portfolio, visit www.sulavineyards.com

About the International spirits challenge (ISC)

The International Spirits challenge is the most authoritative, respected and influential spirits competition in the world. The ISC recognizes three key areas of the industry: Tasting, `Design & Packaging’ and Marketing .Now in its 21^st year, the ISC is the premier event in promoting quality spirits across the globe.

The competition is founded on a rigorous and independent judging process, receiving more than 1,400 entries from nearly 70 countries worldwide makes the ISC a truly global competition. It is supported by many of the world’s leading spirits producers who regard it as the international standards for quality and excellence.

For further information, please contact:

Prarrthona Pal Chowdhury

Prarrthona.Chowdhury@sulawines.com

Cell :+91 9831072310 | +91 9819675210

September 19^th, 2016:  Sula Vineyards, India’s #1 wine company raises a toast to celebrate the grand achievements at the first edition of the ‘delWine Excellence Awards’ – Sula bagging three awards to its fame. The company was nominated in three categories and won all three!

Awards:

Indian Wine Producer of the Year – Sula Vineyards

Wine Tourism Winery of the Year – Sula Vineyards

Indian Winemaker of the Year – Ajoy Shaw

The organisers of the delWine Excellence Awards – Indian Wine Academy President Subhash Arora and food journalist and blogger Sourish Bhattacharyya of the Indian Restaurant Spy – have joined hands with India’s first and only Master of Wine, Sonal Holland.  Together they launched and organized the first-ever wine-specific award in India to encourage the wine culture, awareness and excellence. The winning awards were decided via public vote.

This is India’s first ever awards dedicated to the wine industry – the ceremony was held on 14^th September at Pullman Aerocity Hotel in New Delhi. The event saw industry leaders and wine professionals from across different sectors and across the country. From Sula Rajeev Samant and Cecilia Oldne were both present.

The highlight of the evening was a ‘by invitation only’ Wines of the World (WOW) showcase, where guests were able to taste more than 120 wine labels including wines from Sula Vineyards and also Sula Selections –  the company’s import arm for wines and spirits.

The award is an initiative to celebrate and recognize people and companies in wine in India for their contribution to the growth and success of the Indian wine industry.

The event was attended by wine producers, sommeliers – even a Master of Wine, F&B from five-star hotels, restaurants, wine retailers and importers, promoters of wine tourism etc. It was a wine full affair.

Rajeev Samant, CEO, Sula Vineyards on the receipt of the awards said; “First congrats to delWine on organising these awards for the first time – it was a great event! Our three awards are a tribute to the hard work put in by the entire Sula team, especially the winemaking team led by Ajoy and the hospitality team led by Monit. Kudos to them and the entire Sula family!”

One man’s vision 15 years ago followed by hard work and conviction to serve the best wine to Indians has led to what Sula Vineyards is today. Sula has 65% market share and is also exported to 30 countries.  Sula is also a pioneer in wine tourism in India, having opened the country’s first Tasting Room at a winery in 2005. Sula had 230,000 visitors last year. The company’s annual music festival SulaFest has become one of the most awaited in India – its 10^th edition coming up February 3^rd – 5^th 2017.

On winning the ‘Wine Tourism Winery of the Year’ award –Sula’s VP Hospitality, Monit Dhavale says;

“Wine tourism is an evolving trend in India and Sula being the pioneer of this concept, it’s always a challenge to offer something new and unique to all our visitors. We would like to thank all Sula lovers and visitors for their contribution in our success journey and we promise to make our offerings even more exciting in the years to come… Stay tuned!”

Sula Vineyards also discovered Dindori as a wine making region, and this region is today regarded as having the best terroir for producing wine in India.

Sula’s Chief Winemaker Ajoy Shaw won the award – Indian Winemaker of the Year! Sharing his excitement he said;

“I feel on top of the world after receiving this award. This would not have been possible without the support of my fellow winemakers and the Indian wine consumers. I would like to dedicate this award to the entire Sula team!”

Sula remains committed to excellence and quality – and it is great that this is also recognized by the Indian consumer. It’s a grand achievement to win all the categories one is nominated for. This is a big day for the Sula family!

About Sula Vineyards:

Sula Vineyards is by far India’s first choice in wine. Their award-winning wines are available nationwide at the finest hotels and restaurants, and are also exported throughout the world. Sula is on track to sell a million cases of wine in 2016.

Sula is also a pioneer in India’s wine tourism opening the country’s first winery Tasting Room in 2005 and first vineyard resort, Beyond by Sula, in 2007. With over 230,000 visitors last year, Sula is one of the most visited wineries in the world and the #1 spot where Indians first taste wine.

Sula Vineyards recently won the prestigious Drinks Business Award 2016 for the ‘Best Contribution to Wine and Spirits Tourism’! This is the first time an Indian company has won a Drinks Business Award.

Firmly committed to remaining at the forefront of Indian wines, Sula continues to experiment with new varietals, engage in sustainable agriculture and support the local rural economy. Sula is well on its way to becoming one of the world’s most sustainable wine producers.

In addition, the company is also a leading wine and spirits importer, with Sula Selections, a portfolio of prestigious brands like Remy Cointreau, Hardys, Ruffino and Asahi. For information on the entire Sula brand portfolio, visitwww.sulavineyards.com

With a growing demand of Indian wine, An array of Vineyards are established and growing in Nashik, the main wine-producing region in India located around three hours northeast of Mumbai. Here are few reputable Vineyards where Wine connoisseur/lovers can explore India wines with picturesque location of mountains and Dams. Most of these vineyards have dedicated tasting room, restaurant and even accommodation.

1. Vallonne Vineyards

Address: Gat 15/2, Gangapur-Savargaon Road, Gangavarhe Village
Nasik (Nashik), India

Phone:+91 0253 223 0700

York Winery is India’s only family owned & operated winery. We are located 20 minutes from Nashik City in the heart of India’s sprawling wine country. Our wines are passionately created and painstakingly perfected by combining age-old winemakingtechniques with new world practices to produce delicious,fresh, fruity, modern wines that make for superb easy drinking.
Overlooking the rolling vineyards stands our York Tasting Room. Done up in warm earthy tones, it is the ideal place to spend quality time on a leisurely day. Make your way onto the estate vineyard where we outline the inner working of our winemaking and finish at our Tasting Room with its imposing views.

3. Sula Vineyards

Address: Survey 36/2, Govardhan, Off Gangapur-Ganghavare Road, Nasik (Nashik), India

Phone: +91 25330 27777 / +91 99700 90010

Sula’s wines are produced with grapes harvested from its Nashik and Dindori estate vineyards as well as from local contract farmers operating under the expert guidance of the Sula team. The winery at Nashik is open to the public for tours, and the beautiful Tasting Room invites visitors to enjoy their favourite Sula wines amidst spectacular views of the vineyards and surrounding lakes and hills. Sula also has Indian and Italin restaurant located within Vineyards.

Grover Zampa Vineyards

Address: Grover Zampa Vineyards, Gate No. 967/1026 Village Sanjegaon Tal Igatpuri District, Nasik (Nashik), India

Phone: +91088050 00822

Grover Zampa Vineyards boasts the most impressive pedigree in the Indian wine industry today and owns brands that are widely recognized in the Indian wine market.  It is backed by respected veterans of branding, marketing and distribution in the alcobev industry.

When you think about wine and food pairing, fine food is what comes to our mind, Breaking this status quo Sula Vineyards is offering wine with Indian dishes and local flavors. Recently they have come up with a few local dishes on their menu which are becoming popular due to the familiarity of the cuisines with the patrons.

These dishes consist Kand Bhaji, Fish Koliwada, Khakra and few other dishes which are quite popular and known widely consumed all over the country.

Kanda Bhaji or Onion fritters are a popular fried dish in India usually consumed along side India’s favorite drink Chai or Tea and considered as a staple food during monsoon season. Encashing this popularity Sula has introduced the dish, and these fritters are an ideal combination with their Sparkling wine “Brut” according to them. Khakra is another crisp bread from the land of Gujrath made with flour and sprinkled with spices.

For the meat lovers, you can relish “Fish Koliwada” a juicy and spicy fried fish cutlets, usually prepared with Ravas or Indian Salmon with a mixture of authentic Maharashtrian spices and gram flour.

Right after they have introduced these dishes, they’re started getting good traction from their patrons and people are not hesitant to try this new experience. Since the culture of wine is still adopting in Indian society this move of putting known flavors on the menu might attract people and will surely give a good direction to newer experiments in future.