The Sommelier of Champions
Il Sommelier dei Campioni
- Legendary Football Roster: The young me would have loved to score a goal against the legendary Seba Frey or the great Júlio César, and maybe thanks to an assist from the mythical Ronaldinho. I would dream of perfectly cross-passing towards the great striker Amauri’s head, to play Samuel Eto’o in for the goal, to weave through Vincent Candela or Marek Jankulovski, to cleverly intercept Ciro Ferrara, to play a one-two with Bam Bam Iván Zamora or the star player Eden Hazard at the Bernabéu Stadium.
- The Ultimate Crossover: A unique exploration of the intersection between elite professional sports and the world-class viticulture of the "Wine of the Champions" project.
- From Fan to Peer: Written by an Italian Master Sommelier, this narrative follows the journey from dreaming of these legends from the stands to partnering with them in the vineyard.
- Inspirational Storytelling: A poignant look at how "dreams never grow old," celebrating the passion, sacrifice, and enduring legacies that remain long after the final whistle blows.
“I tasted a wine with respect, I was moved… and almost without realizing it, I was already writing this book. Throughout my career as an Italian Master Sommelier, I have found great satisfaction, but this experience is a gift I keep in my heart.
From that spark, an unexpected journey was born. It led me to Fabio Cordella’s project, The Wine of the Champions, and allowed me to meet legendary figures such as Ronaldinho, Seba Frey, Júlio César, Amauri, Iván Zamorano, Ciro Ferrara, Vincent Candela, Samuel Eto’o, Marek Jankulovski, and Giorgio Petrosyan. As well as many new friends.
Between shared glasses and authentic bonds, I tell a story defined by passion and sacrifice. This book is dedicated to those who dream without excuses; starting from the bottom and climbing to the top has been a true privilege. After all, careers eventually end—but wine, friendships, and stories linger.”
Text in English and Italian
- Publisher
- Manfredi Edizioni
- ISBN
- 9788893971508
- Publish date
- 18th Aug 2026
- Binding
- Hardback
- Territory
- USA & Canada
- Size
- 6.61 in x 9.45 in
- Pages
- 80 Pages
- Illustrations
- 22 color, 2 b&w
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