The book
Vinul pe bune
A wine guide for the curious, in Romanian
The questions you were too shy to ask at the restaurant, answered clearly and with humour. Everything I’ve learned from years of tastings, training and consulting, in one book.
- colour pages
- 216
- chapters
- 8
- photos
- 100+
What’s inside
Wine basics
What turns grape juice into wine, and why two glasses of the same grape can taste so different.
From grape to bottle
Fermentation, oak or steel, bubbles and sweet wines: what happens in the cellar before the wine reaches you.
A world tour in a glass
France, Italy, Spain, Portugal, Germany, the New World and, proudly, Romania.
Tasting, step by step
How to taste like a pro, how to spot a faulty wine, and a tasting sheet you can use right away.
Wine and food
The basic rules, classic and unexpected pairings, and the mistakes I often see at the table.
Service by the book
Temperatures, glasses and the right words for the guest. For hospitality pros and anyone who hosts at home.
A wine list that sells
How to build a list, choose suppliers and find the profit hiding in your stockroom.
Glossary and practical sheets
The words that used to confuse you, explained briefly.
“In this book I put everything I’ve learned from years of tastings and training, plus plenty of lessons learned the hard way.”
Viorel Chelba
Frequently asked questions
When is the book out?
The book is being prepared for print. Everyone on the pre-order list hears first about the date and final price.
Do I pay anything now?
No. Pre-ordering doesn’t commit you to anything; you decide once the book is ready.
Can my company order several copies?
Yes. For team orders or company gifts, message me directly on WhatsApp.
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