In 1978, Giuseppe Vaccarini was crowned ASI Best Sommelier of the World in Lisbon.
This month, the contest returns to the Portuguese capital for the first time since his victory. On the eve of the ASI Best Sommelier of the World Contest Lisbon 2026, join host Mark DeWolf for a special episode of A Sommelier’s Insight.
In this episode, Giuseppe reflects on the experiences that prepared him for 1978, the moment that changed his career, and the journey that followed.As a new generation prepares to compete, we look back at one champion’s story, and the legacy built beyond the title.
List to Legacy of a Sommelier, part of our Road to Lisbon series, and don't forget to watch the finale of the 2026 contest on our YouTube channel.
