When it rains, just pour

Red wines can be classified into two segments: the Bordeaux style and Burgundy style

The monsoon brings relief from the searing heat of the Indian summer, although the rains are a mixed blessing as all the major cities turn from hot and dry to hot and humid — with the exception of Bengaluru, which becomes cool and lovely.

With the rains also come traditional cautions (Ashada masa was from June 24 to July 23) against travelling and doing anything auspicious (weddings, house warmings) — sensible stuff for rural India, less so for cities. The cautions extend to what one should eat and drink — which is why hotel revenues are generally down at this time.

But