About Vallonne Vineyards
Vallonne Vineyards is a boutique winery located in Kavnai village near Igatpuri, Maharashtra. Established in 2009, it is recognized as India's first boutique winery specializing in premium French-style wines. The estate features vineyards, a tasting room, and an on-site restaurant offering wine pairing experiences. It produces limited quantities of varietal wines using traditional methods and has received national and international recognition for its Malbec and Rosé offerings.
Visitors guide
Visitors can tour the vineyard and production facility, learn about winemaking processes, and participate in guided wine tastings featuring Vallonne’s reserve and classic labels. The estate includes a restaurant serving cuisine designed to complement their wines. The setting is rural with views of surrounding hills and vine-covered slopes. Tastings and tours are typically conducted by appointment or during designated visiting hours.
Key highlights
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India's first boutique winery established in 2009
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Specializes in premium French-style varietal wines
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Guided vineyard tours and wine tasting sessions available
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On-site restaurant with curated wine-pairing menus
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Award-winning Malbec and Rosé wines produced on estate
History of Vallonne Vineyards
Founded in 2009 by Devendra Muley and Sumeedh Muley, Vallonne Vineyards pioneered the boutique winery concept in India, focusing on small-batch, terroir-driven wines rather than mass production. It helped establish Nashik region’s reputation for quality Indian wines beyond bulk production.
Culture & Context
Represents the evolution of Indian viticulture toward premiumization and artisanal winemaking. Regularly hosts wine education events and collaborates with culinary institutions to promote wine culture in Maharashtra.
Route
| By air | Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport is approximately 160 km away |
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