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When it comes to fine wines, India is making its presence felt globally with a growing number of world-class white wines. As Indian wineries experiment with international grape varieties and perfect their craft, they are churning out a wide range of crisp, aromatic and elegant white wines for every occasion. From the vineyards of Nashik in Maharashtra to the hills of Karnataka, Indian white wines have developed their distinct flavours and styles to suit every palate.
Whether you are a wine enthusiast or just starting to build your collection, India has some fantastic white wines that deserve a place in your bar. Varietals like Chenin Blanc, Sauvignon Blanc and Viognier are gaining popularity and offer tropical fruit, citrus and subtle floral nuances. These wines pair well with spicy Indian curries to light seafood dishes and are perfect for entertaining or a quiet evening.
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Top 7 White Wines In India
Sula Sauvignon Blanc
Sula Sauvignon Blanc is a zesty wine with tropical fruit and herbal notes it is known for its acidity and goes well with salads and seafood. Sula Vineyards which was set up in 1999 in Nashik, is a pioneer in the Indian wine industry. Each bottle is priced between ₹1,050 to ₹1,200 and is available in all major cities like Mumbai, Delhi, Bangalore, Pune, Hyderabad and Kolkata.
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Grover Zampa Art Collection Sauvignon Blanc
Grover Zampa’s Sauvignon Blanc has citrus and grassy notes it is great with light snacks and seafood. Grover Zampa was set up in the 1980s in the Nandi Hills of Karnataka and is one of India’s most reputed wineries. The wine is priced between ₹900 to ₹1,100 and is available in Bangalore, Chennai, Mumbai, Pune and Delhi.
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Fratelli Chenin Blanc
Fratelli Chenin Blanc has fruity flavours of pear and apple with a hint of honey, it is perfect to pair with spicy food. Founded by an Indo-Italian partnership, Fratelli Wines combines Indian terroir with Italian winemaking expertise. Priced at ₹950 to ₹1,200 for a bottle, it is available in Pune, Mumbai, Delhi, Bangalore and Goa.
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York Chenin Blanc
York Chenin Blanc has tropical fruit and citrus flavours, this wine is best enjoyed alone with any food. York Winery, a family-owned vineyard from Nashik, is known for its good wines. This wine is priced between ₹850 to ₹1,000 and is available in Nashik, Mumbai, Pune, Bangalore and Hyderabad.
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Myra Sauvignon Blanc
Myra Sauvignon Blanc has bright green apple and citrus flavours, this wine is a crowd-pleaser because of its amazing taste. Myra Vineyards, a new player in the market since 2013, caters to modern Indian wine lovers. Priced at ₹850 to ₹1,000 and available in Bangalore, Mumbai, Pune and Delhi.
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Reveilo Chardonnay Reserve
Reveilo Chardonnay Reserve is a rich and creamy wine with vanilla and tropical fruit notes, it is perfect for creamy dishes and soft cheeses. Reveilo from Nashik makes world-class wines from Indian terroir, the bottles are priced between ₹1,500 to ₹1,800. It is available in Mumbai, Pune, Delhi, Bangalore and Hyderabad.
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KRSMA Estates Sauvignon Blanc
KRSMA Estates Sauvignon Blanc has citrus flavours with a hint of minerality, it is a sophisticated choice to pair with seafood. KRSMA in Hampi Hills has won many awards for its wines, the price for each bottle is between ₹1,500 to ₹1,800 and is available in select wine shops in Bangalore, Mumbai, Delhi and Hyderabad.
