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Situated in the tiny island hamlet of Kumarakom in Kerala, famous for its unique ecosystem, this heritage five-star luxury resort makes an idyllic getaway. There are many good reasons to visit Kumarakom Lake Resort, not least among them are Big Banyan wines.

The Big Banyan portfolio comprises three red, Shiraz, Cabernet Sauvignon and Zinfandel, and two white wines, Chenin Blanc and Sauvignon Blanc. Paul John was quoted in the SI article as saying, “Our intention is to produce the kind of fine wines that will put India on the wine map.” Try them for yourself, and best of all, in the salubrious setting of the award winning resort.