5 things to know about The Drops of God manga
Developed by France Télévisions and Apple TV+, the Les drops de Dieu series is not lacking in tannins! Back to the manga that inspired it.
The manga « The Drops of God written by Tadashi Agi and illustrated by Shu Okimoto was recently adapted into a series! It’s available on AppleTV+ since April 21. This crazy story of oenology faces an heiress, Camille Léger, daughter of world-renowned oenologist Alexandre Léger and Issei Tomine, the “Prince of Wine”. In the original manga, Camille Light is Shizuku Kanzaki who must face the fearsome Issei Tomine, an opportunist adopted by Camille’s father at the last moment. The latter has one of the largest wine collections in the world.
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1. What are “the drops of God”?
The series was first published in Japan in 2004 and quickly established itself as one of the most popular manga in the world.
The story of The Drops of God follows the main character Shizuku Kanzaki, a young sommelier who grew up in the shadow of his father, a renowned wine critic. After her father’s death, Shizuku is given a life-changing mission: to find the twelve legendary wines known as “The Drops of God.” To do this, he must solve a series of puzzles and identify wines based on their taste, smell and texture.
2 The realism of the manga
The manga is notable for its meticulous attention to detail and realistic approach to the wine industry. The writers worked with sommeliers and wine experts to ensure every detail of the winemaking and tasting process is accurately portrayed in the series. The reader can therefore expect an in-depth exploration of the world of wine, from its tasting techniques to the methods of winemaking.
3. An exciting plot
The series is also known for its captivating and captivating storyline. As Shizuku travels the world to discover the legendary Twelve Wines, he encounters a variety of characters of significance. He discovers amazing secrets about his own family. Readers can expect unexpected twists and emotional moments throughout the series.
4. An invitation to oenology
Another interesting aspect of Les Gouttes de Dieu is the way readers are encouraged to discover new wines and expand their knowledge of the world of wine. At the end of each volume, the authors provide information about the wines featured in the book and even make suggestions for wine tasting.
5. An international success
“The Drops of God” was a big hit not only in Japan but also abroad. The manga has been translated into many languages and adapted as a TV drama in Japan. “The Drops of God is a fascinating and captivating manga that deserves a read by anyone interested in wine. With its attention to detail, compelling storyline, and character development, it’s understandable why the series is likely to be so popular.
