Industry stands by education
At a recent request from us for 2 old barrels to be used in our campus for students, Apex Wine Club India took the matter to the industry. An immediate response was from Sr. Management of Grover Zampa. Their cooperation is exemplary and we are equally thankful to AWCI, Mumbai for arranging the barrels right to the stage, where we only had to lift the gift of GZ and bring them to our campus.
Regards,
Chairman of Xaverian Educational Society, Rev. Fr. Matheus Fernandes, Principal, Guardian Angel IHMCT, Goa.
Rev. Fr. Joaquim Rebello,
Staff and students
Golden words of inspiration and encouragement from my wine mentor and guide, post major wine event for 45 Parsee guests from Pune/Mumbai at Vanam Forest House, outskirts of Nagpur.We spent two delightful days together in the company of Shiraz and family members.Kudos to your opening speech on Wine tasting techniques. Appreciate your zeal and enthusiasm while performing your duties. Also thank you for providing the necessary help to me whenever needed.
Try and attend the next quarterly Wine & Dine Event of NWC.I will take you to our *Tranquillo Mihan Project, where work is in progress.Plan a 3 or 4-day visit to Nagpur. Do let me know in advance.
Warm Regards
Sharad Phadnis, WSET 2 ,Founder, Ch’man Nagpur, Wine Club,Nagpur.
* (Rs.18Cr massive project of an integrated club complex, the only of its type, ventured by any wine club known.)A moment again I remember and convey my gratefulness, reverence, and sincere thanks to all my wine mentors across my life, specially at later days of life. Namely, Peter PK Mitter Kolkata, HR Ahuja, Mumbai, Sharad Phadnis, Nagpur, Mohan Rao, Bengaluru, Ajay Gupta, Mumbai. Sidd.
Thrilled to receive the prestigious Wine & Spirit Education Trust Outstanding Alumni Award presented by JancisRobinson.com OBE MW. The award recognises WSET alumni who have made an exceptional contribution to creating positive change within the global drinks community. It is an honour to be chosen among 26 formidable candidates across 15 countries and a monumental occasion for me, as I was the first Indian to be accepted and complete their flagship Diploma program from the WSET School London 2010, and today am the first from my country to receive such a distinguished recognition.
The felicitation was held at the majestic Guildhall in London, with over 600 attendees from around the world, including the newly minted Diploma graduates. I was given the opportunity to deliver a speech outlining my journey, struggles, and words of advice to the young Diploma graduates.Winning this award has once again reminded me that success is a responsibility and I must keep marching forward, believing in my dreams and contributing positively to the world of wines, always ensuring that India has a place at wine tables around the world.
Jai Hind and Cheers!
Cheers!! Ashok, Durgapur(WB)
AWCI National Coordinator, *Ashok Chandak, Durgapur, WB. Founder, Chairman, *Wine Club Durgapur*is in National body as *Vice President of *Builders *Association of India, Estd.1941, country’s apex body of Engineering Construction Contractors and Builders.
An involved Rotarian and a former Himalayan Rally driver and an ardent tennis player.
A profound sportsman,team leader and a joyful wine enthusiast.
We are proud of you, Ashok.