History of a Course: Introduction to Oenology (French Edition) by Clément Costarella

Story of a Course – Introduction to Oenology of Clément Costarella is a sensitive and educational immersion into the world of wine and the tasting.
This book offers a lively and accessible approach of theOenology, inspired by the courses taught in 2023 by Sébastien Maucarré, , head sommelier recognized for its pedagogy and high standards.

🍇 An initiatory journey into the art of wine

The author invites us to explore the fundamentals of oenology : of theorigin of grape varieties to the varieties of grapes, of the Decanting to the decantation, passing through the ideal serving temperature wines.
Each theme is addressed with simplicity, rigor, and poetry, making the work enriching for both the curious amateurs only for the sommelier professionals wishing to revisit their basics.

🍷 A philosophy of tasting

This book is structured around a sensory triptych: see, smell, taste.
These three essential tasting gestures are put into perspective with a reflection on the deep connection between the earth, the sky, and humans – this foundational relationship that gives wine its soul and uniqueness.

"When you respect the work of producers, in general, you have a very good evening."

This quote, simple and true, summarizes the humanist philosophy from the work: tasting a wine is above all honor the work of the winemaker and share a moment of transmission and respect.

✍️ A meeting between art, science, and humanity

Clément Costarella, self-taught painter and author born in 1991, graduated in humanities in Grenoble, delivers his/her first book here.
His gaze of21st century amateur ethnographer gives a singular dimension to this text: between Poetic essay and knowledge transmission, He explores the beauty of the gesture, the complexity of taste, and the richness of exchanges around wine.

His Sensitive writing and observation of the wine world offer the reader a Inspiring initiation, where learning becomes a cultural and emotional experience.

📚 For whom ?

• The wine enthusiasts wishing to better understand the mechanisms of tasting

• The Oenology students or in hospitality industry

• The sommelier professionals seeking a fresh perspective on their profession

• The curious eager to combine culture, pleasure, and learning

🌿 A work at the crossroads of disciplines

Published on the Baudelaire Editions, this book embodies the intersection between humanities and wine culture.
It is both a initiation manual, a artistic testimony and a Meditation on wine as a social and cultural link.

🔍 Characteristics of the work

• Title: Story of a Course – Introduction to Oenology

• Author: Clément Costarella

• Editor: Baudelaire

• Publication date: October 25, 2023

• Format: Paperback

• Number of pages: 62

• ISBN : 979-10-203-6764-8

• EAN13: 9791020367648

• Dimensions: 21 x 14.8 cm

• Weight: 89 g

• Language: French