Anthony De Beir,
founder of
Gettinghotforwine
Discovering My Passion for Wine in Australia
My journey into the world of wine began during my hospitality management studies in Melbourne, Australia. It was there that I took the course “Advise on Australian Wines,” which introduced me to the fascinating world of winemaking and the factors influencing grape and wine quality. As I pursued my career as a Food and Beverage team leader at Pullman Hotels, I had the opportunity to conduct my first wine training.
“A day without wine, is a day without living.”
Anthony Mulders – De Beir
Pursuing a Sommelier Career in Europe
In June 2020, I decided to fully commit to the world of wine. I returned to Europe to become a certified sommelier. To grasp the technical aspects thoroughly, I chose to pursue my studies in my native language, Dutch. Despite having spent years in Australia for travel, work, and studies, I opted for the Netherlands instead of returning to my home country, Belgium.
Evolution into a Wine Enthusiast and Educator
My journey took an exciting turn when I became the head sommelier for the two Michelin-star restaurant De Lindehof** in Nuenen. In 2022, I was honored with the title of Sommelier of the Year by Proefschrift Amsterdam. Since mid-2022, I’ve dedicated myself full-time to Gettinghotforwine, which has evolved from a blog into a thriving brand and business. As an educator, consultant, writer, and connoisseur in the world of wine, I’ve had the privilege of sharing my knowledge and passion through various publications and experiences.
To feed my everlasting hunger for knowledge I started the Diploma Course of WSET, also known as level 4. This intense course is often referred to as a marathon and goes deep into numerous subjects in the wine world. Join me on this captivating journey through the art and science of wine.
Shifting Focus to South Italy
Since we have decided to move to Sicily, I have felt so excited that I wanted to immerse myself completely into the wine and culinary world of the island. However, looking further I have noticed that it has not only been Sicily, but almost the whole of Southern Italy that is sometimes mispresented and misunderstood in the wine world. A real shame, because the south part of Italy holds such quality, but sadly often overruled by the quantity.
My love for southern Italy in general and Sicily in specific runs so deep, that I have decided to make it my specialty! The regions I will be focusing on will be everything south of the city of Rome, including the regions of Lazio and Abruzzo and the Islands of Sardinia and Sicily, along with Campania, Calabria, Basilicata, Puglia and Molise. Due to this shift in focus the website will promote this part of the wine world over others from now on, sharing ideas and posts about the south Italian cuisine, culture and of course its wines. Delving into the specific DOC and DOCG of the different sub-regions, exploring the history of native grape varieties and discussing the different wine pairing options between south Italian recipes and wines from the region. Join me on this inspiring journey!
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