Sula Vineyards is India’s leading wine company and is Sula Vineyards leading the charge of Indian wine across the wine world. Milestones... Sula Vineyards is a winery and vineyard located in the Nashik region of western India, A History of Firsts 180 km northeast of Mumbai. After the launch of its first wines in 2000, Sula expanded from • India’s Largest Winery its original 30 acre family estate in Nashik to approximately 1800 acres across Nashik and • Established in 1996 the state of Maharashtra. • First Harvest in 1999 The name “Sula” came from Rajeev’s mother’s name - “Sulabha” - and symbolized the rich, Indian heritage of his wines. This was a wine that took pride in being Indian, being the first • 2005 - Opened India’s first company in the country to use an Indian logo. Tasting Room. • 2008 - 1st edition of #SulaFest, Rajeev Samant India’s premier gourmet music Deeply influenced by his travels and his festival in a vineyard. It is now personal values, Rajeev Samant firmly a HUGE annual event. believes in being a steward of the land and • 2010 - Launched Beyond, in sustainable business practices. India’s first Vineyard Resort. • Created India’s first ever Under his guidance, Sula is one of the Chenin Blanc. most eco-friendly companies in India, • Created India’s first ever with a significant amount of its resources Sauvignon Blanc. committed to sustainable winemaking • Created India’s first ever practices and ensuring fair livelihoods for Zinfandel. Sula’s community of farmers across • Created India’s first ever Maharashtra and Karnataka. Riesling. A large number of Sula’s workers come • First Indian wine to be ranked from disadvantaged communities and have in Top 100 Wines by the Wine Enthusiast: Dindori Reserve seen a significant change in their standard Shiraz #25 in 2014 of living through their employment with • One of the most eco-friendly the company; this has been nothing short of companies in India. a revolution in the surrounding villages. • Sula is committed to Rajeev Samant, Founder, Owner sustainable winemaking • Stanford Graduate Samant is also a leading advocate for practices and ensuring fair • Fell in love with wine while working at Oracle. India’s wine industry and is actively sought livelihoods for Sula’s • He returned to India in the early 90’s and started out to represent the interests of India’s wine Sula on family owned land. community of farmers producers and farmers to national and state • Raj is deeply influenced by his travels and his across Maharashtra and personal values. Governments. Karnataka. The Wines.... Chenin Blanc - 100% Chenin Blanc • THIS IS INDIA’S FIRST CHENIN BLANC. • The grapes come from different vineyards with differing soils of clay, sandy clay, fine gravel, and differing microclimates, all within a radius of 50 kilometers from the estate. • The wine was cold fermented in stainless steel vats and finished in a semi-dry New World style. Pairings: Makes for a delightful aperitif and ideal with food that has a hint of sugar and spice such as Southeast Asian or Gujarati dishes. #SulaFest - India’s Annual Woodstock! Tasting Notes: A semi-dry, refreshingly light wine bursting with tropical fruits like pineapple, pear and green apple. Best served at 42º-46ºF. 2018 Press: Wine Enthusiast - 87 Points - Best Buy! Sauvignon Blanc - 100% Sauvignon Blanc • THIS IS INDIA’S FIRST SAUVIGNON BLANC. • Most of the grapes come from two different vineyards, with the major share from the one near Dindori, about 50 kilometers away from the estate. • This particular vineyard has red soil with lots of gravels and small loose rocks. The other vineyard at the estate has a sandy clay soil. Pairings: Goes well with fried food as well as rich, creamy dishes. Tasting Notes: Herbaceous, crisp and dry, with aromas of bell peppers, freshly cut green grass and refreshing acidity on the palate. 2018 Press: Wine Enthusiast - 87 Points - Best Buy! Shiraz - 85% Shiraz and 15% Cabernet Sauvignon • The Shiraz came mainly from the areas of around Dindori. • The vineyard has hills and gentle rolling slopes with light to medium soils with good drainage. Pairings: The Shiraz pairs well with Mexican food and herbaceous Pasta dishes. Also great with Indian dishes such as Chicken Tikka Masala. Tasting Notes: Our Shiraz has a deep purple core and a full body with soft, ripe and rounded tannins. It has medium in- tense aromas of red fruits, cinnamon, blackberries, cacao and spice. This wine is richly structured with lively jammy flavours of red fruits and herbs mixed with pepper and hints of vanilla spice. It finishes in a long length. 2018 Press: Wine Enthusiast - 90 Points - Best Buy! #35 in the Top 100 Best Buys for 2019! Dindori Reserve Shiraz - 100% Shiraz • Grown on the hills of the Dindori estate. • Aged for a year in new oak. Pairings: Goes beautifully with grilled meat, preferably lamb, also delicious with hard cheeses. Tasting Notes: A fragrant, elegant, and smooth-tasting wine with lush berry flavors and silky tannins. A full - bodied wine with flavors that excite your palate. Allow to breathe before serving. 2015 Press: Wine Enthusiast-92 Points - Editors’ Choice www.DreyfusAshby.com.