Florent Martin

Born in Corsica, Florent Martin is a head sommelier. In 2020, he was awarded the prodigious title of Best Sommelier of France. Consecration followed in 2022 when he was awarded the title of Best Craftsman of France (MOF), Sommelier.

An accomplished professional, he acquired his skills while working in the world of starred gastronomy alongside the best: Serge Dubs, best sommelier in the world and Gordon Ramsay, a two starred chef in the Michelin guide.

Florent Martin was the first sommelier at the Four Seasons George V Hotel in Paris.

He is now Head Sommelier at the prestigious 5-star hotel The Peninsula in the French capital.

The sommelier is also a member of the Wine and Champagne Tasting Committee of the Gault & Millau guide. He strives to share his passion for wine and to make it accessible and entertaining, particularly through taste writing.

For VoilaChef, Florent Martin teaches you how to taste wine, analyze its aromas and flavors, its color and texture. He shares with you his secrets for creating your cellar and choosing your wine, as well as for ensuring a perfect match between food and wine.