SULA VINEYARDS
It pioneered wine production in the Nashik region and, subsequently, revolutionised the Indian wine industry. Today, it is not only a market leader, but an estate worth the visit. In February, head down for the famous Sulafest music extravaganza. Otherwise, enjoy a luxurious stay in one of their Sky Villas, while indulging in tours and tasting sessions. Sky Villa starting from ₹27,000 a night, taxes extra; sulawines.com

GROVER ZAMPA
Another prolific wine estate and one of India’s oldest, its 410-acre vineyards are located in the Nandi Hills near Bengaluru. It produces the fine Zampa and is especially proud of its La Reserve. While accommodation isn’t provided, a day-long tour including lunch and wine tasting guarantees a heady experience. ₹850 per head on weekdays and ₹1,000 on weekends. groverzampa.in

FRATELLI WINES
Three pairs of brothers came together to give birth to Fratelli Wines in 2006. Located in Solapur district in Maharashtra, the 240-acre estate brings in the best of Italian and Indian winemaking traditions to produce Chardonnays, Sauvignons and other fine wine varieties. Day visit from  ₹1,500 per adult and overnight stay packages from ₹11,000 per couple. fratelliwines.in

CHATEAU D’ORI
It’s just been nine years since its first harvest and the estate has already come a long way. The vineyards have been nurtured under the guidance of renowned oenologist Athanese Fakorellis. Overnight stay package is ₹6,500 and includes meals, wine tasting and a tour. chateaudori.com

YORK WINERY AND TASTING ROOM
Here’s a Nashik wine estate that seems right out of a painting, with its picturesque location and stunning view of the nearby dam. You can enjoy a meal in their restaurant known as ‘Cellar’ and assimilate various wine flavours at their tasting room. Wine tasting starting at  ₹150 per person for five varieties; no accommodation. yorkwinery.com

VALLONNÉ VINEYARDS
At this very picturesque estate in Nashik, you can sip your wine while dining at a lake-facing restaurant by the well-regarded Malaka Spice. After that, you may retire to your room, which promises a breathtaking view. Rooms begin at ₹5,000 per night. vallonnevineyards.com

SOMA VINE VILLAGE
Calling it a ‘vine village’ is a bit modest. After all, Soma boasts of a resort with attractions such as an adventure park, a spa, numerous dining options, entertainment rooms and some classy pool villas. Tours and tastings take place seven days a week. Overnight stays begin at ₹6,000 for a standard room, taxes extra. somavinevillage.com

BLACKBUCK VINEYARD
Located in Karnataka, Blackbuck is a humble wine estate for both the connoisseur as well as anyone looking to relax. It provides executive rooms that include meals and free wine tastings. Of course, a tour of the estate and a visit to Blackbuck Forest makes it a rather sweet deal. Oh, and you can actually take part in grape stomping here! Rooms from ₹4,000 including taxes. blackbuckwine.com

HERITAGE WINERY
Here’s another wine estate that shows how Karnataka’s climate and soil conditions are just perfect for wine production. Its wine education tour has a lot to offer—a tour around the vineyards and winery, wine tasting and even grape stomping. Tour charges are ₹250 per person, while grape stomping is ₹500. heritagewinery.in