Wine Journal

Stories from the World of Wine

Stories from Manoj Jagtap and the Wine Friend team, including Nashik winery visits, grape harvesting, and wine events.

Wine events2 February 2025

The Wine Friend at SulaFest 2025

At SulaFest on 1–2 February 2025, Wine Friend presented corks, corkscrews, bottle holders, barrel furniture, glassware, decanters, and preservation tools at Sula Vineyards.

Wine events15 February 2025

The Bandra WINEOUT 2025

Manoj Jagtap attended the Wine Out festival in Bandra on 15 February 2025 to meet wine enthusiasts and taste wines from Indian producers.

Tours & harvest20 January 2025

Behind the Indian Wine Experience

A conversation with founder Manoj Jagtap about his journey from beverage sales and wine accessories to organising winery visits and wine tours.

People & company15 January 2025

A Conversation That Needed to Happen

A WineFriend journal feature about the story of wine tourism in India, framed by a conversation between Hansraj Ahuja and Manoj Jagtap.

Tours & harvest10 January 2025

A Grape Harvesting Adventure

Manoj Jagtap joined architect Chirag Mody and family near Nashik to visit vineyards, learn about winemaking, and take part in a Cabernet Sauvignon grape harvest.

Tours & harvest5 January 2025

Exploring Nashik Wine Country with YouTuber Brian Singh

Nashik Wine Tours arranged a personalised winery visit for Brian Singh, with tastings and a look at the region’s wine industry.