This post lists out the various wine dinners organised and conducted by Mukul Manku (latest on top). #25 : Four Wines. Three Countries. One Memorable Evening. Read about it here #24 : Patrimoine Français: An Evening Crowned by a Third Growth Grand Cru Classé Read about it here #23 : Sipping through Europe in theContinue reading "Wine Dinners by Mukul Manku"
A Golden Decade Ahead: India’s Wine Market Poised for Remarkable Growth
The Indian wine market stands at an inflection point. Strong economic and demographic fundamentals, coupled with evolving consumer behaviour, are creating sustained momentum for the industry. While challenges remain, the outlook is overwhelmingly positive, making this a pivotal decade for the growth of wine in India.
Beyond Oak: Concrete and Amphora in Modern Winemaking
Among the many vessels used in winemaking, two have always intrigued me - the ancient amphora and the modern concrete tank. Unlike oak, which contributes its own flavours and aromas, these inert vessels allow the fruit and terroir to take centre stage while offering distinctly different environments for fermentation and maturation. Their growing use byContinue reading "Beyond Oak: Concrete and Amphora in Modern Winemaking "
Vineyards Disease Series – Part 1: Black Rot
By Mukul Manku Did You Know? Black Rot is one of the diseases that helped shape modern viticulture. It reached Europe from North America in the late nineteenth century, around the same time as phylloxera and downy mildew. Together, these triad of viticultural threats, transformed vineyard management and forever changed how European vineyards were protected.Continue reading "Vineyards Disease Series – Part 1: Black Rot"
Honouring Excellence in Hospitality – A Wineglitz India Series: Karan Veer Singh
Hospitality is about much more than fine food, exceptional wines and elegant surroundings - it is about people. Behind every memorable dining experience and every flawlessly executed event are professionals whose dedication, passion and commitment often remain behind the scenes. Over the past decade, my journey in wine has given me the privilege of interactingContinue reading "Honouring Excellence in Hospitality – A Wineglitz India Series: Karan Veer Singh"
Nature’s Fury: Wildfire and Hail Hit Ardeche’s Vineyards
Some stories in the wine world celebrate exceptional vintages and remarkable wines. Others remind us that before there can be a harvest, there is always hope….and sometimes heartbreak. The Threat Beyond the Flames During the second week of July 2026, a major wildfire swept through the Drôme department in southeastern France, sending vast plumes ofContinue reading "Nature’s Fury: Wildfire and Hail Hit Ardeche’s Vineyards"
Cave de Prestige: Burgundy’s Annual Wine Selection
Did you know that Burgundy has an official annual selection of wines? It is called the Cave de Prestige, a long standing programme organised by the Bourgogne Wine Board (BIVB). While reading about Burgundy recently, I came across this fascinating programme, which since 1971 has been selecting wines to represent Burgundy in the BIVB’s promotional,Continue reading "Cave de Prestige: Burgundy’s Annual Wine Selection"
Grover Zampa Signet Tasting: How Different Wine Ageing Vessels Shape Wine Character
By Mukul Manku As wine enthusiasts, most of us are familiar with how grape varieties, climate and oak barrels shape the character of a wine. We may have had fewer opportunities however, to witness how the very same wine develops when matured in different ageing vessels. That is precisely what made Grover Zampa Vineyards recentContinue reading "Grover Zampa Signet Tasting: How Different Wine Ageing Vessels Shape Wine Character"
French National Day 2026 Celebration in New Delhi
By Mukul Manku I was honoured and felt privileged to be invited to be a part of French National Day celebration organised by the Embassy of France in New Delhi on 14th July 2026. As I entered the venue, Zora - Delhi Convention Centre that evening, I was impressed by the vastness of the hall,Continue reading "French National Day 2026 Celebration in New Delhi"
The Hard Years: An Outsider’s Journey into Wine
In this chapter of my wine journey, I recount the years of curiosity, persistence and self-learning that followed my first fascination with wine. Opportunities to learn were scarce, making every tasting, book and conversation a valuable lesson. It was a period of slow but steady growth, driven purely by passion. Looking back, these challenging years laid the foundation for everything that followed.
The Ganimede Method: An Ingenious Italian Innovation in Wine Fermentation
One of the most fascinating aspects of winemaking is that while the basic process has remained largely unchanged for centuries, innovation continues to refine it. I recently learned about one such innovation—the Ganimede Method - an Italian fermentation technique that combines science, engineering and winemaking in a remarkable way. The more I explored it, theContinue reading "The Ganimede Method: An Ingenious Italian Innovation in Wine Fermentation"