If you are a wine amateur then we are sure you have Googled "Types of Wines" and "Best Wines In India" and come across Sonal C Holland's content. India's only Master Of Wine (the highest certification in the wine world), the simplicity with which Sonal breaks down wine (and alcohol) nuances instantly eases the load off you and makes you feel prepped for your next visit to a restaurant. On a larger level, being India’s first wine communicator, she's a mover and shaker who's constantly upgrading the wine landscape not only in the country but globally as well. Her memoir, 'One In A Billion' marks her journey of winning this honour and leaves no stone unturned to inspire the heck out of you while teaching you loads about wine of course. As someone constantly helping to evolve India's drinking culture, we asked her what's in her Little Black Book and here's what she shared!
Here's What's In India's Only Master Of Wine, Sonal C Holland's Little Black Book
Overview
- 1. Dream Cocktail Trail In Mumbai With Just Three Bars
- 2. Go-To Cocktail Order & Where You Would Go For It In Mumbai
- 3. 'One In A Billion' Is The Perfect Read For
- 4. A Staycation Spot You Love
- 5. A Restaurant Boasting An Exquisite Wines List
- 6. A Wine Lover's Dream Destination
- 7. A Tip For Wines Names Pronunciation
Dream Cocktail Trail In Mumbai With Just Three Bars
'I would start with the Eau Bar at the Oberoi Hotels and then perhaps go to the Bombay Canteen and also try Masque's newly opened Bar, Paradox. I've been there and I've tried some of their cocktails and I've enjoyed a few of those concoctions.'
Go-To Cocktail Order & Where You Would Go For It In Mumbai
'My favourite is the Martini and I'm still in search of the perfect martini, but I would go to Bombay Canteen for the perfect daiquiri. They actually do a really good job with it and I have indulged in one too many on my several trips to the Bombay Canteen.'
'One In A Billion' Is The Perfect Read For
'One In A Bllion memoir is the perfect book for anyone who's ever dared to dream, walk an unconventional path, even if that means starting from knowing nothing about it and then going on to build the domain authority and the triumph and the extraordinary success that lies beyond the trials, the tribulations. So it's a great book and I hope it will inspire the readers and uncork something powerful within you.'
A Staycation Spot You Love
'Definitely the Holland House in Nashik. Luxurious, elegant and experiential. It's a five bedroom mansion but there are seven public areas and people are going to be charmed by how large the spaces are, how vibrant the energy there is. There's a heated pool, there's a home theatre system with a surround sound music system and gob-smackingly delicious food!
A Restaurant Boasting An Exquisite Wines List
'67 Pall Mall in London boasts of a wine list of 5,000 wines, of which 2,000 are by the glass. It's definitely a wine lover's paradise!'
A Wine Lover's Dream Destination
'A wine lover's dream destination must be Tuscany. It's actually just an hour's drive from Florence, really easy to connect. And you will find so many wonderful wineries making extraordinary wines there. It's a whole new world to discover.'
A Tip For Wines Names Pronunciation
'French names and even German names of wines can be so complicated to pronounce. One great website to check out for pronunciations of all drinks is Forvo. Check it out, it'll help you too.'
