Wine, prepared from fermented grapes, has the ability to influence a person with its hypnotic sense of smell, strong flavour and pleasant taste. This mesmerising beverage has a volatile aroma that stimulates our minds to feel the pleasure which no other drink has. And it’s not only about the pleasure of taste and flavour the wine is even packed with health benefits that especially benefit the heart, apart from the alcohol content of the course. Indians have taken a bit longer to take a liking to Wines but now they believe “Where There Is No Wine There Is No Love”. This thousand of years old alcoholic beverage is mostly flavoured with dinner and it enhances the taste of a wide variety of cuisines. So, for you to choose your preferred wine to experience the pleasure of your enhanced cuisines we have come up with the list of 9 best Indian red wines that deserve to be on your top shelf.
9 Best Indian Red Wines
Sula Cabernet Shiraz
This is one of the highest-selling Indian Red Wines, with a smooth flavour and unique sense of smell it is enhanced with ripe cherry and plum notes. While being a red wine to have with dinner it also tastes best when drunk on its own.
About
- Produced in Sula Vineyards, Nashik Valley
- It has 70% Shiraz and 30% Cabernet Sauvignon grape variety.
- This red wine can cost ₹895 for a 750ml bottle.
- Has an ABV of 13.5 per cent.
Fratelli Sette Red Wine
It’s a delicious red wine having a strong flavour of fresh coffee and chocolate. This red dry wine is a favourite of many in India and is capable of offering a smooth taste on its own.
About
- Produced in Fratelli Vineyards, Akluj, Maharashtra
- It has 60% Sangiovese + 40% Cabernet Sauvignon grape variety.
- This red wine can cost ₹1,700 for a 750ml bottle.
- Has an ABV of 13.5 per cent.
Big Banyan Merlot Red Wine
This red wine is known for being soft and smooth while having a pleasant taste on its own. Every wine lover should atleast have a taste of this dry and medium-bodied red wine.
About
- Produced in Big Banyan Wines, Bengaluru, Karnataka
- It has a Merlot grape variety.
- This red wine can cost around ₹750 for a 750ml bottle.
- Has an ABV of 13 per cent.
Four Seasons Barrique Reserve Shiraz
This four-season full-bodied wine has a uniquely stunning taste of its own. It has made quite a presence in the Indian market and is favoured for blackberry notes. The strong sense of smell and flavour of his wine will make you an addict with every sip.
About
- Produced in Four Seasons Vineyards, Baramati, Maharashtra
- It has 87% Shiraz + 10% Cabernet Sauvignon + 3% Viognier grape variety.
- This red wine can cost around ₹1,000 for a 750ml bottle.
- Has an ABV of 13 per cent.
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Grover Zampa La Reserve
Honoured with Gold under Asia wines award at Silk Route Awards 2016 La Reserve is a smooth full-bodied red wine with a spicy aroma and flavour of ripe red and black fruits
About
- Produced in Grover Zampa Vineyards, Doddaballapura, Karnataka
- It has a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon + Shiraz grape varieties.
- This red wine can cost ₹1,050 for a 750ml bottle.
- Has an ABV of 14 per cent.
Charosa Reserve Tempranillo
With ruby colour and powerful aromas of Coconut, Vanilla and Raspberry this red wine is favoured as the finest quality liquor in the country. Tempranillo is known to be aged for 12 months in a french oak barrel.
About
- Produced in Charosa Winery, Charosa Village, Maharashtra
- It has a Tempranillo grape variety.
- This red wine can cost ₹1,500 for a 750ml bottle.
- Has an ABV of 13 per cent.
York Arros Red Wine
A flagship product of York Winery, Arros has a dark chilli pepper note and paprika-like aroma.
About
- Produced in York Winery, Nashik Valley
- It has a Reserve Blend of Cabernet Sauvignon + Shiraz grape variety.
- This red wine can cost ₹950 for a 750ml bottle.
- Has an ABV of 14.2 per cent.
Reveilo Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon
This wine provides a smooth and easy drink experience while having a mix of berries and cherries. Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon is highly favoured while having dinner, as it provides an enhanced taste with its powerful aroma.
About
- Produced in Reveilo Winery, Nashik Valley
- It has a Cabernet Sauvignon grape variety.
- This red wine can cost around ₹1,500 for a 750ml bottle.
- Has an ABV of 14 per cent.
KRSMA Sangiovese
Being dark crimson it is mixed with a glimpse of purple as well. This drink is carefully crafted with ripe Sangiovese grapes and notes of “boysenberries, blueberries, dark plums, oregano, smoke.”
About
- Produced in KRSMA Estate, Hampi Hills
- It has a Sangiovese grape variety.
- This red wine can cost around ₹1,800 for a 750ml bottle.
- Has an ABV of 13 per cent.
