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India: Nashik
The land: The Nashik-Pune corridor, 120 miles east of Mumbai, is India’s largest producer of table grapes, but winemaking is now taking hold. A revered holy city, Nashik is peppered with remarkably opulent temples and 2,000-year-old caves built for Jain saints, set amid scenic lakes and waterfalls.
Why it’s hot: Nashik’s state (Maharashtra) is aggressively promoting vineyard development and wine tourism. Although the infrastructure is inconsistent, the region is putting out high-quality Shiraz, Zinfandel, and Sauvignon Blanc.
Wineries to watch: Chateau Indage and Sula
Lodging pick: Stay at the lushly landscaped and palatial Gateway Hotel Ambad Nashik in Nashik. (3-hour drive from Mumbai; www.thegatewayhotels.com; 011-91-253-660-4499)
Take it home: La Réserve Cabernet Sauvignon from Grover Vineyards
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