In 1999, Rajeev Samant established Sula Vineyards, Nashik's first winery and paved the way for the emergence of India's Wine Capital, with almost 35 other wineries the following suit in the region over the next decade. The name "Sula" came from his mother's name - "Sulabha" - and symbolized the rich, Indian heritage of his wines. This was a wine that took pride in being Indian, being the first company in the country to use an Indian logo. Today, Sula is India's leading wine company and is leading the charge of Indian wine across the wine world.