Nashik in Maharashtra's Western Ghats, 170km northeast of Mumbai, is India's premier wine region, producing over 80% of India's quality wine. At 550–700m altitude, the region has a unique micro-climate with warm days, cool nights, and a clear dry season enabling commercial wine production. Sula Vineyards pioneered modern Indian wine here in 1999, introducing international varieties including Sauvignon Blanc, Chenin Blanc, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Shiraz. The region's rapid growth has created India's first wine tourism destination.
| Year | Rating | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | — | Landmark vintage for Nashik — Indian wine reaching new quality benchmarks. |
| 2022 | — | Fine vintage; consistent quality across the region's premium tier producers. |
| 2021 | — | Good conditions; Sula and York wines receiving international export attention. |
| 2020 | — | Reasonable vintage despite monsoon challenges; established producers maintained quality. |
| 2019 | — | Strong Nashik vintage — Sauvignon Blanc and Chenin Blanc of notable freshness. |