The French expatriate representing England was elected Best Sommelier of the World
Highly talented Sommelier, holder of very very "high level" Master's degree of Wine, absolute reference rewarding the experts in wines, he succeeds the Swede Andreas Larsson, elected in 2007. Three times finalist previously, determined this time to make a success, he imposed a very intense preparation of more than 20 hours a week on himself.
«It is a huge commitment but it is "THE" title to be gained, he declared before the competition, winning it would be the greatest achievement in my career as a Sommelier».
This is it.. Bravo Mr Basset!
In the final classification, of which the old continent can be proud, the 3 "B" of Europe are on the podium:
1/ Gérard Basset ( Great Britain)
2/ Paolo Basso (Switzerland)
3/ David Biraud (France)
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