January 2024, Bangalore, India – Grover Zampa Vineyards, a homegrown brand in India’s wine business, proudly announces its latest launch. Introducing Grover Essence De Cabernet Sauvignon, their much-awaited limited-edition wine. This remarkable creation is a true expression of Indian terroir. It reflects the luxuriant surroundings of Nandi Hills, where the grapes thrive in an ideal environment. Wine lovers are sure to cherish it.

Grover Essence De Cabernet Sauvignon is a testament to Grover Zampa Vineyards’ artistry. It captures the true essence of the Cabernet Sauvignon grape. This unfiltered, single-vineyard wine reflects meticulous craftsmanship. The team selects only hand-picked grapes for the wine. They ferment and mature it in oak barrels for over 36 months. They hand-bottle the wine to preserve its original flavor and natural character. The wine unveils a bold aroma of cocoa, luscious dark fruits, and fragrant violet flowers upon opening. Grover Essence De Cabernet Sauvignon delights the palate with layers of black plum, dark cherries, and vanilla. Rich cocoa and savory earthiness enhance its complex flavors. The wine’s velvety texture, coupled with polished tannins, reveal a harmonious balance that is bold yet supple, leading to an elegant long finish.

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The wine “Grover Essence De Cabernet Sauvignon” provides a unique experience. It goes well with a variety of foods, such as pork belly, lamb shanks, tandoori tikkas, pepper-crusted meats, and delicious dark chocolate gateau with cherry compote. It also pairs well with a variety of cheeses, such as camembert, gouda, and cheddar.

Speaking on the occasion, Mr Sumit Jaiswal, COO, Grover Zampa Vineyards stated “We are thrilled to present the Grover Essence De Cabernet Sauvignon to wine lovers around the globe. Our commitment to recreating the authentic flavour of Indian wines is reflected in the passion, perseverance, and accuracy that went into making the wine. We are confident that our consumers will experience a spectacular voyage through the distinctive terroir of Nandi Hills with this wine. We were delighted to host Sonal Holland, MW, the most famous wine professional in India to the launch of Essence De Cabernet Sauvignon at our vineyard. She also conducted a masterclass and, a walk-around tasting at Ritz Carlton. It was an evening of lively conversation, camaraderie and melodies.”

Following the official launch of the new wine, the team hosted a soirée and masterclass at the Ritz Carlton, Bangalore. Prominent VVHNI’s like Anand Nichani and Chetan Kamani attended the event. Wine connoisseur Rubi Chakravarti also joined the gathering.

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Mr Sumit Jaiswal, COO, Grover Zampa: Celebrating the Magnificence of Indian Terroir through the Grandeur of Nandi Hills. The wine is available exclusively from the cellar door and priced at Rs 5000.

In addition to the launch of Grover Essence De Cabernet Sauvignon, Grover Zampa Vineyards is proud to announce several of its other distinguished wines that have received accolades from Hong Kong International Wine and Spirits Fair in 2024. These wines have garnered praise for their exceptional quality and craftsmanship:

  • Grover Art Collection Viognier 2023 – Silver Award 2024 – 91pts (Still Wine | Dry)
  • Grover Art Collection Chenin Blanc 2023 – Silver Award 2024 – 90pts (Still Wine | Dry)
  • Grover Zampa Vijay Amritraj Reserve Collection Red 2020 – Silver Award 2024 – 90pts (Still Wine | Dry)
  • Grover Art Collection Late Harvest Chenin Blanc 2022 – Bronze Award 2024 (Still Wine | Sweet)
  • Grover Art Collection Sauvignon Blanc 2023 – Bronze Award 2024 (Still Wine | Dry)
  • Grover La Reserve Blanc 2022 – Bronze Award 2024 (Still Wine | Dry)
  • Grover La Reserve Syrah Grenache 2022 – Bronze Award 2024 (Still Wine | Dry)
  • Grover Zampa Vijay Amritraj Reserve Collection White 2022 – Bronze Award 2024 (Still Wine | Dry)
  • Grover Zampa Soiree Brut Rosé – Bronze Award 2024 (Sparkling Wine | Bottle Fermented)

This remarkable recognition affirms Grover Zampa Vineyards’ commitment to producing exceptional wines that speak of the rich diversity and potential of Indian winemaking.

About Grover Zampa Vineyards

Grover Zampa Vineyards (GZV) is India’s leading fine wine producer and exporter from India to over 18 countries. It is a combination of Grover Vineyards Ltd and Vallée De Vin Pvt Ltd, an Indian winery founded in 2006. Grover Zampa, has brought International winemaking techniques to India to create great wines in the country. The company owns wineries and vineyards in both Nandi Hills in Karnataka and Nashik Valley in Maharashtra. The natural protection of Nandi Hills creates ideal conditions for vine growing. The terraced slopes of Nashik add fresh climates and fertile soils to the mix. Together, these regions provide the perfect environment for vineyards to thrive.

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The brand’s wine portfolio features 10 exceptional wines. These include Signet, Vendanges Tardives, and Chêne. Other names in the collection are Auriga, Vijay Amritraj, and Zampa Soirée. La Réserve, Art Collection, One Tree Hill (OTH), and Sante complete the lineup.

GZV has won 216 international awards for 18 wines since 2013, from 10 competitions, across 3 continents, which is a manifestation of its true craftsmanship and unwavering fortitude. GZV also won 2 Silver and 9 Bronze awards at Cathay Pacific Hong Kong International Wine Competition. In 2018 Grover Zampa won winery of the year at the Asian Wine Review, Hong Kong as well as best Rosé for its Art Collection. The brand has recently won Double Gold & Best of Show for Vijay Amritraj white along with Gold for Chene Grand Reserve and La Reserve Red at the Wine & Spirits Wholesalers of America (WSWA) competition.