From Features Desk
What began as a quiet passion for homemade
wine has blossomed into one of Central India’s
most vibrant cultural movements. The Nagpur
Wine Club, founded in 2011, stands today as a
tribute to community, curiosity, and the enduring
charm of wine.
Humble Beginnings
In the most modest of ways, 11 like-minded
enthusiasts came together to form the club,
united by nothing more than a shared love for
wine. With generous support from Four Seasons
Winery, their first wine tasting was hosted,
intimate, informal, and agenda-free.
Encouraged by the warm response, the club held
its second tasting five months later, with
membership doubling to 20. It was then that the
idea of quarterly ‘Wine & Dine’ events was born,
a tradition that remains the heartbeat of the club
to this day.
A Festival That Changed Everything
The real breakthrough came in 2013, when
Nagpur Wine Club hosted the city’s first-ever
Wine & Food Festival, open to the general
public. Spanning two days and featuring eight
participating wineries, the event marked a turning point, not just for the club, but for
Nagpur’s emerging wine culture.
Learning from the World
To deepen their understanding, committee
members embarked on journeys to wineries
across Nashik, Karnataka, and even international
wine events, gaining exposure to global
winemaking traditions and refining their vision for
the club.
In 2014, the club formalised its operations with
the registration of the Nagpur Agro Development
Association, which now oversees all
administrative and commercial activities.
Building a Community of Taste
Since its inception, Nagpur Wine Club has hosted
64 ‘Wine & Dine’ events at leading banquet
venues across the city’s finest 3 and 4-star hotels.
These gatherings have become cherished
occasions for members to explore new wines,
share stories, and build lasting friendships.
Equally impressive is the club’s commitment to its
flagship event: the Nagpur Wine & Food Festival.
Now in its 12th edition, the festival has become
one of the city’s most eagerly awaited annual
celebrations, welcoming an average of 2,400
attendees over two days, with 8 to 10 wineries
and an equal number of food stalls.
Looking Ahead: The 12th Edition
On December 6 and 7, 2025, the Nagpur Wine
Club will host its 12th Nagpur Wine & Food
Festival, continuing its legacy of celebrating wine,
food, and friendship. With each passing year, the
club not only grows in numbers but also in its
ability to connect people through shared
experiences and refined tastes.
A Toast to Passion and Perseverance
The journey of Nagpur Wine Club is more than a
story of wine; it is a story of vision, community,
and cultural evolution. From humble beginnings
to city-wide festivals, the club has carved a niche
for itself in India’s wine map, proving that with
passion and perseverance, even the simplest
dreams can age into something truly exceptional.
