Whether it’s wine-tasting, grape stomping or vineyard tours—you don’t have to go too far to experience the best of wines in India. A few hours drive from Mumbai and Pune leads you to these beautiful stays in Nashik where every hour is happy hour.

Here are some of the best places to stay during your wine vacation through India.

Soma Vine Village

Love your wine so much that you can live in a wine barrel? Soma Vine Village, which is located along the Gangapur Dam, recently launched this unique wooden barrel stay with a bedroom, bathroom and a minibar. Besides wine drinkers, this place pleases thrill-seekers as well. The property is situated right besides the Zonker’s Adventure Park. And apart from rooms for two, it also has two villas that can accommodate 12 to 24 people. Spend your time grape-stomping or unwinding in your private pool.

Sula Vineyards 

This retreat offers stunning views of the surrounding vineyards and the Gangapur Dam, and some great wine for company. There are two stay options here. The Source by Sula’s rooms are best for two people, whereas as the exclusive Sky Villa part of Beyond Sula can accommodate six. It has an infinity pool that overlooks the dam and the Western Ghats beyond. Sign up for a tour of the winery and learn all about the making of your favourite drink here.

Valloné Vineyards 

Bankside at Valloné is a four-bedroom boutique resort set against the Sahyadri ranges and Mukhne Lake. With that view in sight, you’re sure to appreciate the French-style wines, whether you’re a connoisseur or not. Learn all about the making of the drink at the four-hour tour held daily and grab a bite Malaka Spice, the south-east Asian restaurant.