Overview
Hampi Hills sits at roughly 590 meters where the Tungabhadra River winds through a dramatic terrain of boulders and ruins. The UNESCO World Heritage setting is unlike any other wine region in India, attracting travelers who want to combine history with high-quality viticulture.
KRSMA Estates has put Hampi Hills on the map with small-production, single-varietal wines grown on iron-rich, limestone-streaked soils. Intense daytime heat and cool nights produce thick-skinned grapes with bright acidity and a distinctive mineral edge.
Key Varietals
- Cabernet SauvignonConcentrated and tannic, showing the region's mineral streak.
- SyrahPeppery and dark-fruited, earning international acclaim from Hampi producers.
- Sauvignon BlancCrisp and flinty, reflecting the rocky limestone soils.
- SangioveseElegant and earthy, adding an Italian dimension to the region's portfolio.
Region snapshot
Climate
Hot tropical, with cool nights
Rainfall
Low to moderate, semi-arid influence
Soil Types
Iron-rich rocky soils with limestone and granite