Uttar Pradesh Plans to Become India’s New Fruit Wine Hub
Government and Invest UP Attract Big Wine Brands
Lucknow | 12, July 2025 : Fruit Wine Production in Uttar Pradesh is getting a major push. The Excise Department and Invest UP are working together to make the state a top place for fruit wine. They want to bring in big wine makers from Maharashtra and Karnataka.
Famous Wine Makers Show Interest
Top companies like Sula Vineyards and Good Drop Wine Cellars Pvt Ltd are already looking at Uttar Pradesh.
A big step forward is Good Drop Wine Cellars, which is setting up a new plant in Rania, Kanpur Dehat.
UP Shifts Focus: No Grapes, No Problem
Why UP Was Behind
Uttar Pradesh has not grown many grapes. So, it could not compete with states like Maharashtra, Karnataka, or Goa in wine making.
New Ideas Bring Hope
Now, wine makers are trying fresh ideas. They are making wine from local fruits like mangoes, guavas, jamun, mulberries, and bananas. Some are even using honey. These methods have given Fruit Wine Production in Uttar Pradesh a new start.
Local Wine Companies Already Working
Small Wineries Making a Difference
Some companies in UP are already making wine:
- Surbhi Wine in Noida
- KD Green in Muzaffarnagar
- Varni Wines in Saharanpur
- Ambrosia Nature Living near Lucknow in Malihabad
Malihabad’s Story of Revival
The story of Malihabad is special. MD Singh’s father started a wine plant there in 1975 but had to close it due to lack of help. Now, MD Singh has revived it. His company makes wine from mangoes, mulberries, cloves, cinnamon, and honey. They plan to launch their wine next month.
Good Drop Wine’s Big Plan
Ashwin Rodrigues, Director of Good Drop Wine Cellars, says their new plant will start in six months. They will use local fruits and honey for wine. Ashwin is also Secretary of the Wine Growers Association of India.
Government Offers Big Support
New Policies to Help Wine Makers
Excise Commissioner Dr Adarsh Singh says the government wants to help the wine business grow. It offers:
- A five-year break on excise duty
- Permission to open retail shops
These steps will help boost Fruit Wine Production in Uttar Pradesh.
UP’s Future as a Wine State Looks Bright
With fresh ideas, new investment, and strong government help, Fruit Wine Production in Uttar Pradesh is set to grow. The state hopes to become India’s top hub for fruit-based wines.
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