– I would have to say my mother.

– To know that you can transport yourself back in time to a particular place just by opening a bottle

– I tend to prefer lighter white wines like Sauvignon Blanc

– I tend to favour wines from Southern Italy, Spain and Argentina.

– I’ve tried Sula and Grover Vineyards – the selections from both wineries were pleasant.

- Wines with more fruit and sweetness tend to work well. Varieties like Riesling are very friendly with Indian cuisine. For red wines, I suggest more fruit forward selections such as Pinot Noir or Gamay.

- Don’t get fixated on just one wine. It’s good to have your favourites but you will never learn about wine by drinking one varietal. It is important to experiment and go outside your comfort zone.

- I would serve wines that I think are unique and interesting. Wine is just like any other component of entertaining – it’s about sharing something that is personal to you with your guests. Since I visited Argentina earlier this year, I would probably serve something from Mendoza and tell him about my recent travels.