Sommelier & Hospitality

Giovanni
Aiello

Wine · Sake · Fine Dining

Tokyo Based  ·  Available Worldwide

I work with wine and sake to create thoughtful, memorable dining experiences, combining craftsmanship, storytelling, and a strong operational foundation.

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About

I'm Giovanni Aiello, an international sommelier and hospitality professional with experience across fine dining environments in Europe, Asia, and Australia.

I hold a WSET Level 4 Diploma in Wines, I'm a certified Sake Sommelier, and an Italian Wine Ambassador. I've also served as a sake judge, deepening my connection to Japan's sake culture.

Over the years, my role has expanded beyond wine lists and pairings. I'm equally interested in how a restaurant operates—how teams work together, how service flows, and how structure supports creativity.

I enjoy building beverage programs that feel honest, balanced, and connected to their context, with a focus on craftsmanship, storytelling, and sustainability.

WSET Level 4 Diploma in Wines
Certified Sake Sommelier & Sake Judge
Italian Wine Ambassador
Tokyo Based · Available Worldwide
Expertise
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Wine & Sake Programs

Development of curated beverage programs that balance identity, quality, and guest experience.

02

Operations & Service

Focus on service flow, team coordination, and building systems that support consistency and performance.

03

Training & Team Development

Supporting teams through education, structure, and practical training in both wine and service.

Philosophy

For me, hospitality is a balance between emotion and precision. Every detail should feel natural, but be supported by structure and intention.

I'm drawn to products with a strong sense of identity—whether wine or sake—and to the stories behind them. Sharing those stories in a simple, genuine way is at the core of what I do.

I'm particularly interested in how different cultures approach hospitality, and how wine and sake can coexist in a modern dining environment.

Contact

Open to collaborations, consultations, and new opportunities.

gio.aiello85@gmail.com
Tokyo  ·  Available Worldwide