Mumbai, India: Registrations are now open for Vinexpo Discover India 2026, a new international wine and spirits business forum scheduled to take place on October 15–16, 2026, at Taj Lands End, Mumbai. Organised by Vinexposium in collaboration with Sonal C Holland, MW, the event aims to bring together international wine and spirits producers with professionals from India’s growing beverage, hospitality and drinks trade.
Positioned as more than a conventional trade exhibition, Vinexpo Discover India 2026 will serve as a business and knowledge platform focused on market access, networking, education and industry collaboration. The event will connect global wine and spirits companies with Indian importers, distributors, retailers, hospitality buyers, hotels, restaurants, bartenders, sommeliers, beverage consultants, educators, writers, media professionals and other industry stakeholders.
The two-day event will feature an international exhibition, business networking opportunities, educational masterclasses, keynote sessions and guided tastings led by industry experts from India and international markets. The programme will address key developments shaping the global and Indian beverage sectors, including premiumisation, evolving consumer preferences, wine and spirits trends, innovation and routes to market.
A key highlight of the event will be the IWS Ratings by Sonal C Holland Celebration, scheduled for the evening of October 15. The event will recognise highly rated wines and spirits through the expert-led IWS Ratings platform and bring together producers, importers, distributors, hospitality professionals and media representatives for an evening focused on recognition and industry networking.
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Commenting on the launch, Sonal C Holland, MW, co-organiser of Vinexpo Discover India, said the Indian wine and spirits industry is entering an important phase of growth and development. She said Vinexpo Discover India has been designed as a meeting place where businesses can develop partnerships, professionals can exchange ideas and international players can gain a deeper understanding of India’s beverage market. The platform will also provide opportunities for attendees to discover new brands, meet global producers, learn from industry experts and connect with peers.
Vinexpo Discover India reflects Vinexposium’s broader focus on supporting emerging and high-potential beverage markets through business events that combine international expertise with local industry partnerships. With India’s premium wine and spirits market continuing to develop, the new Mumbai event is expected to provide a platform for business development, education, innovation and collaboration across the industry.
Attendance at Vinexpo Discover India 2026 is complimentary for qualified trade professionals, although advance registration is mandatory. Registrations will be reviewed to ensure participants are actively involved in the wine, spirits, hospitality or related beverage sectors. Organisers expect more than 1,000 visitors over the two-day event and are encouraging eligible industry professionals to register in advance.
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