Wine Class

The Grape Gianluca Di Taranto

All wine knowledge from Gianluca di Taranto, sommelier of the year

For absolute beginners and real connoisseurs

The first part in a new must have series ‘Wine Class’

Perfectly suited for an audience that is looking for something different than dull wine descriptions

Gianluca Di Taranto teaches you everything about wine that stands out: from the history of the origins till the characteristics and fun facts. With much passion and humour Gianluca talks about the character of the verdicchio, the properties of the nebbiolo and the origins of primitivo. Known and lesser known grapes are scrutinized, but one thing is certain: you will be enlightened.

Discover your new favourite wine in this beautifully designed gift book. This is the first part in the series ‘Wine Class’. ‘The Choice’ (De keuze) and ‘The Property’ (Het Domein) will be the next parts.

195 x 253 mm | 256 pages | 50,000 words full colour illustrations | hardcover all rights available

Gianluca Di Taranto has received multiple awards as a sommelier. He worked as a sommelier at The Jane and took part in international internships at, among others, Osteria Francescana in Moderna. At the moment he gives workshops and courses and works as a wine director at Sanglier des Ardennes & La Petite Merveille.