A comprehensive guide to Wine-Making

Experience the magic of the vineyard and the art of wine-making in India

Discover the secrets of the land where vines grow and see how grapes are picked. Learn about the fascinating journey from grape to glass with the Master of Wine as she shares with you, special tips on how wine is blended and aged in oak barrels to improve its quality, in this specially designed foundational course on winemaking in India.

Wine-Making in India is a beginner-level online course showcasing viticulture and wine-making at a leading Indian winery. It is intended to provide a foundational understanding of the workings of a winery and quench the curiosity of professionals, students, and enthusiasts who desire to deepen their knowledge and understanding of how wine is made.

The course is designed and delivered by Sonal Holland, India’s only Master of Wine and the most celebrated wine professional in the country.

The online course offers participants the flexibility to learn about Indian wine-making at their own convenience and pace.

You will gain knowledge about

• What is Terroir and understanding the different parts of a vine plant and their role?

• Fascinating facts about how and when harvesting (grape-picking) is done in India

• Step-wise understanding of wine-making from grape crushing to bottling & packaging at the winery

• Understanding aging of wine – how and why it is done and its impact on the final wine

• Art of blending wines and why blending is important in winemaking

• Tasting of wine from tank and barrel to assess the quality during its making

• Key vineyard and winery related decisions discussed with the wine-makers

Who this course is for:

• The program is designed for beginners and intermediate level hospitality professionals, students and enthusiasts. It is suitable for anyone above the legal drinking age. The course will enhance your knowledge of wine-making and help you understand wine better.