Our Philosophy
We want you to fall in love with our wines. Each bottle is created with your delight in mind, so we take the process of crafting the perfect wine to heart.
The best wines are made from the best vineyards. Our dual locations, the Nandi Hills in Karnataka and the Nashik Valley in Maharashtra allow us to extract the best of India. The natural protection of the Nandi Hills and the terraced slopes of Nashik offers a fresh climate, fertile soil, and perfect conditions for vine growing.
Our skilled team scrupulously uses sustainable practices coupled with selective hand harvesting. The vines are given daily attention to ensure the highest-quality wine is produced.
We limit yields to reveal the grapes' complex aromas and delicate flavors.
Our winemaking process is finely orchestrated and monitored by the world-famous wine consultant Michel Rolland to give the wines a discrete style and balance.
Our People
At Grover Zampa, we believe three key ingredients are needed to create the most exquisite Indian wines: the right people, philosophy, and experience. Our skilled team scrupulously uses sustainable practices coupled with selective hand harvesting. Daily attention is given to avoiding hazards. Our wines remain appealing yet distinctive in style by applying up-to-date viticulture and winemaking techniques that capture the essence of the fruit from the vineyard.
Wine Maker
Michael Rolland
Michel Rolland is one of the most famous and influential French oenologists in the world. Born into a winemaking family, he grew up on the family’s estate, Château Le Bon Pasteur, in Pomerol (France). After high school, Rolland enrolled at Tour Blanche School of Viticulture and Oenology in Bordeaux with his father’s encouragement. He graduated in 1972.
From his consulting work and media presence, Michel Rolland has influenced many aspects of the French and global wine industry. It all started in 1994 after he met Mr. Grover in France. Since then, he has been helping Grover Zampa rework its entire vineyard management using more efficient and natural methods and reducing yields to improve fruit quality and flavor concentration. He also advised the modernization of facilities at the winery. Since then, he has kept bringing his expertise to Grover Zampa.
Wine Maker
Mathias Pellisard
Mathias graduated in Viticulture, Winemaking, and Marketing in France from the famous Agriculture School of Mâcon – located in the wonderful wine-producing region of Burgundy – and from the Sup Agro University in Montpellier. During his career, he has overseen 22 vintages in 10 different countries, including New Zealand, Australia, South Africa, the USA, China, and Moldova, to name a few. He has been a consultant for the last 8 years. Eventually, he chose India and joined Grover Zampa Vineyards in 2011. Through the knowledge that he has acquired from his international experiences, he now dedicates himself to quality winemaking and produces premium wines for Grover Zampa Vineyards.
Chief Financial Officer
Sanjoy Sarkar
Sanjoy Sankar has served as the Chief Financial Officer at Grover Zampa Vineyard Ltd. since November 2021. With a remarkable career that spans over two decades, he has amassed a wealth of experience in the Alcobev sector, working with some of the most respected brands in the Industry. His professional journey includes significant roles at companies such as Diageo, United Spirits, General Mills, Bacardi, and Whyte & Mackay. Sanjoy's deep understanding of Industry, financial strategies, compliance & risk management, and his leadership skills enhance our team's capabilities and drive our growth in the competitive wine industry.
Head of Wine Making
SarithaMishra
With over 13 years of experience in winemaking and quality management, Saritha Mishra is a dedicated professional who leads the winemaking operation at Grover Zampa Vineyards Ltd. Saritha joined Grover Zampa Vineyards in 2011 as a Lab Chemist responsible for quality control, fermentation management, and analysis of wine from grapes to the final bottled product. Over the years, she advanced through roles such as Laboratory Manager, Premium Cellar In-Charge, and Oenologist before taking on the role of Head of Winemaking in 2022. She oversees grape harvesting, crushing, fermentation, wine processing (still and sparkling), bottling, and quality control. She ensures that every wine meets the highest standards through meticulous sensory analysis and strategic decision-making.
A trained microbiologist, Saritha holds a Master's degree in Science and is an expert in Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), Quality Manufacturing Systems (QMS), and Biotechnology. Her strong analytical skills, leadership, and passion for winemaking have made her a key player in India's wine industry. She continues to innovate and refine winemaking techniques, ensuring the production of high-quality wines that reflect the best of Grover Zampa Vineyards.
Head Winemaker – Maharashtra
Abhijith Shendage
With over 17 years of experience in winemaking and operations, Abhijit Shendage is a seasoned professional in the Indian wine industry. Having trained in Burgundy, France, he has honed his expertise in winemaking, production, quality control, and strategic planning.
Abhijit began his journey in the industry with Champagne Indage Ltd. He later worked at Vallonne Wines Pvt. Ltd. and Sula Vineyards, where he played a pivotal role in red wine production. Since 2013, he has been associated with Grover Zampa Vineyards Ltd., where he has led winemaking operations for Grover Zampa Nashik, Four Seasons Wines Pvt. Ltd., and Charosa Wineries Pvt. Ltd.
As Head Winemaker in Maharashtra, Abhijit has successfully managed grape-to-bottle operations, incorporating cutting-edge winemaking technologies such as HD Optical Sorters, amphora, and concrete egg fermentation and aging. His strategic approach to new product development, innovative aging techniques, and resource management has contributed to over 200 international wine awards in the past four years and continues to push the boundaries of Indian winemaking, driving innovation and excellence in the industry.
VP Marketing & Exim
Sumit Jaiswal
With a successful 19-year history in marketing and sales with vast experience in product development, brand management, international trade, and consumer-led marketing campaigns. Sumit Jaiswal has developed an immense passion for the wine and spirits sector and an extensive understanding of consumers and the business.
Sumit Jaiswal earned a postgraduate degree in Business Administration and International Business from ITM Kharghar (2005), which was supplemented by studies at EDHEC Business School in France and Groupe ESSCA in Hungary, Budapest.
Sumit started his professional journey with Champagne Indage Ltd. back in 2005 and has spent the last 19 years honing his skills in brand management, product development and innovations, digital marketing, category & channel management, planning and market research, public relations and consumer-focused marketing, notably in the wine and spirits industries. He has been a significant player at Grover Zampa Vineyards since 2008 and is currently the VP of Marketing and Exim. In this capacity, he oversees both local and worldwide marketing operations.