Léa Gatinois: An Inspiring Journey from WiSP to Amble Wine

Originally from Bordeaux, Léa Gatinois embodies the inspiring journey of a passionate wine enthusiast who became a businesswoman. A former student at WiSP Campus, where she obtained her WSET Level 3 certification in wine, Léa is now the founder of Amble Wine. Here’s the portrait of a bold entrepreneur determined to make the world of wine more accessible and fun.

A Strong preparation at WiSP Campus

A graduate of the École Hôtelière de Lausanne and KEDGE Wine School, Léa Gatinois decided to deepen her knowledge of wine, her true passion. She successfully completed her WSET Level 3 in wine certification at WiSP Campus, an intensive program that allowed her to enhance her skills in viticulture, winemaking, and tasting.
“The rigor and richness of WiSP’s teachings allowed me to develop a deep understanding of the wine world and push myself academically,” she recalls.

Her journey didn’t stop there. With unwavering determination, Léa went on to earn the prestigious WSET Level 4 Diploma with distinction in London. This certification is a key step towards the highly respected Master of Wine title, which she is now striving to achieve.

The Creation of Amble Wine to Share Wine Culture

In November 2020, Léa Gatinois took a new step by creating Amble Wine. Her mission? To promote wine culture while making it more accessible, fun, and inclusive.
“Amble Wine was born from my passion for wine and my desire to share this cultural wealth in a playful way,” Léa explains.

The mission of Amble Wine is clear: to offer practical and educational tools that make learning about wine enjoyable and easy. Amble Wine quickly diversified with the creation of educational books, wine maps, and blind tasting boxes. These resources provide an interactive and engaging way to build wine knowledge.

Since 2024, Léa Gatinois has been developing partnerships, and her books are now physically available in Europe and North America.

Books Available at WiSP Campus Bordeaux

Continuing her mission to educate, four books created by Léa Gatinois Amble Wine  are now available for purchase at WiSP Campus Bordeaux:

1. Educational Book: “1000 Quiz Questions to Practice Wine”
   This educational book with 208 pages offers 1000 multiple-choice questions to test knowledge in viticulture, winemaking, world wines, and wine tasting. It is perfect for students preparing for WSET or CMS certifications. The quizzes are divided into six themes: Viticulture, Winemaking and Aging, Still Wines of the World, Sparkling Wines, Fortified Wines, and Tasting. It is available in French and English for €34.
2. Book: “Practice Wine Maps”
   This workbook complements the “Explore Wine Maps” manual. It contains 110 color maps to complete and helps reinforce knowledge of global vineyards. These high-quality books are printed on 100% recycled paper using vegetable-based inks. Available in French and English for €20.
3. Book: “Explore Wine Maps”
   This discovery manual allows readers to deepen their understanding of the world’s major vineyards through 110 color maps. It’s ideal for a sensory and cultural journey through the world of wine. Available in French and English for €39.
4. Book: “Grape Variety Flashcards”
   A fun and educational set of 100 flashcards to learn and memorize the world’s grape varieties. On the front, you’ll find the grape’s name and an illustration; on the back, information about the grape’s characteristics, wine profiles, and typical wine styles from each region around the world. You can play alone or with others to test your knowledge and improve. Available in French and English for €35.

An Inspiring Path for the New Generation

Léa Gatinois’s journey perfectly illustrates the ability to transform a passion into a bold entrepreneurial venture. Between the rigor of WSET training and her boundless creativity, Léa Gatinois, the founder of Amble Wine, offers an inspiring example for anyone looking to thrive in the world of wine.