Taj , one of the leader in hospitality has launched its range of private label wines. The past year saw a tremendous upsurge in the number of wine drinkers in India. Identifying this growing trend and the need for an exclusive range of good quality wines, the Taj Group introduced this series, consisting of two whites and four reds carefully selected and has been crafted and bottled exclusively for Taj luxury hotels in India.

Gaurav Pokhariyal, general manager, The Taj Mahal Palace, Mumbai said, “This new world range of wines creates a stunning flavour palate of delicate flavours with mesmerising undertones of rich enigmatic aromas. From flirty whites to ruby reds each wine has been carefully hand-picked, procured and bottled exclusively to be a part of the Taj Private Label Wines.”

Handpicked by the country’s most distinguished wine connoisseurs the Taj Private Label Wines include;

Red Wines

– Penfolds Koonunga Hills Seventy Six Taj Cellar Selection Cabernet Shiraz 2010, a wine from the mighty Grange which put Australia on the world wine map. With a dense purple rimmed colour and charming aromas of wild berries this spectacular wine is balanced, yet endowed with a plush and expansive palate profile.

– Les Pagodes De Cos Au the Taj Mahal Palace Mumbai 2008 is Taj’s tribute to the long history between the Chateau and India.

– Palais Castellani Toscana IGT 2009, a deep ruby red selection comes from the eco-friendly and socially responsible wineries of Tuscany. Laying on a texture of balsamic notes eucalyptus and mint this characteristic Tuscan wine is perfect for an evening with the family

– Svara, a wine which showcases the rich heritage of India and its land. With a faint touch of purple this specially created wine by the Taj in association with Fratelli wines includes aromas of crisp and aromatic fruits with well integrated tannins and an elegant finish.

White Wines

– Saint Clair Pioneer Block 2 Taj Cellar Selection Sauvignon 2013, a pale straw expression of boldness with a distinctive aroma of green capsicum and ripe gooseberries. Created by the biggest family-owned estate of New Zealand, this particular selection was an unparalleled choice for a Taj Cellar Selection.

– Palais Corte Giara Pinot Grigio IGT Delle Venezie 2013 an undisputed choice from Veneto. This straw yellow wine is light and delicate and is characterised by a subtle elegant floral nuance followed by hints of golden delicious apples and distinctive vegetal notes.