In recent years, the strong growth in the specialized higher education sector for work-study programs has led some institutions to primarily emphasize the professional dimension of their programs, thereby neglecting a theoretical part that is fundamental to the proper development of the student. It is in this context of an educational jungle that Le Vino Institute by Alternis was born. Returning to the fundamentals by finding a perfect balance between pedagogy and professionalization is, in our eyes, the best possible alternative for our future students.
Thus, our students will benefit from small classes with instructors who are among the leading specialists in their industry. From sommellerie to international export, our entire faculty works/intervenes in parallel for estates or companies that are leaders in their field.
“Best young sommelier of France 1984”, “Best sommelier of France 1988”, “Best Sommelier of the World in 1992”, holder of the MOF competition Honoris Causa medal, founder of the Bistrot du Sommelier, former sommelier of the CONCORDE and of the airline AIR FRANCE… Here are “a few” distinctions and achievements from a very long list to present the prestigious figure of our establishment and program director: PHILIPPE FAURE-BRAC.
It is with great ambitions for the Vino Institute and its learners that Mr. FAURE-BRAC will also be involved internally in our sommelier courses.
Located a 5-minute walk from the Cité du Vin and at the heart of the Bassins à Flot district in Bordeaux, Le Vino Institute by Alternis allows its students to benefit from a work environment close to the key economic players in the wine industry.
The main recognized strength of the Alternis group to date is the individual and personalized support for each of our students, from their application and search for a work-study position to the smooth running of their academic year.
Quentin Guiette
Director
A long-time co-founder of Alternis Business School, Quentin Guiette has extensive experience in career coaching, thanks to his experience at Eduniversal.
Having completed his entire university curriculum at the Paris campus of Emlyon Business School and at Paris-Dauphine University in strategy and research, he began his international career as a Strategic & Financial Analyst in Beirut, where he specialized in feasibility studies for the Qatari and Kuwaiti markets.
Now deeply involved in the world of higher education and the wine industry, he currently holds the position of Director at Alternis Business School x VinoInstitute with the ambition of reconciling academic excellence and work-study programs.
Quentin Guiette
Director
A long-time co-founder of Alternis Business School, Quentin Guiette has extensive experience in career coaching, thanks to his experience at Eduniversal.
Having completed his entire university curriculum at the Paris campus of Emlyon Business School and at Paris-Dauphine University in strategy and research, he began his international career as a Strategic & Financial Analyst in Beirut, where he specialized in feasibility studies for the Qatari and Kuwaiti markets.
Now deeply involved in the world of higher education and the wine industry, he currently holds the position of Director at Alternis Business School x VinoInstitute with the ambition of reconciling academic excellence and work-study programs.
Thibault Vial
Program Director
Firmly rooted in the French wine industry for over fifteen years, Thibault Vial embodies the alliance between tradition, innovation, and entrepreneurial spirit.
He first pursued his university studies in the heart of Burgundy at the Institut universitaire de la vigne & du Vin (University Institute of Vine & Wine) before moving to Bordeaux at the Wine Kedge Academy.
Now at the helm of a renowned and multi-award-winning 40-hectare estate in the Southwest of France, he has successfully showcased his expertise on both the national and international scene.
Also a major player in French wine imports and multi-owner of gourmet establishments, he has always explored the connections between wine, gastronomy, and management.
His in-depth knowledge of the Food & Beverage world, fueled by rare field experience, gives him a comprehensive and forward-looking vision of the sector. This approach allows him to anticipate trends, identify new levers of growth and support future generations of professionals in understanding the challenges of the contemporary wine world.
Salomé Bunel
Corporate Relations Manager
Holding a Master's degree in Business Engineering and Negotiation (Work-Study), Salomé began her professional experience as an Advertising Manager at JCDecaux for three years.
She progressed to a Sales Manager position, where she had the opportunity to support and develop the skills of young sales teams for over five years.
A change of direction took place in 2021, when Salomé joined a leading HR recruitment firm in Bordeaux.
2024, Alternis BS x VinoInstitute are pleased to welcome them with a dual objective:
- Support students in their search for work-study positions (CV writing, interview simulations, networking...), while ensuring their monitoring and development throughout their contract.
- Support host companies in their candidate selection and 'match' profiles, as well as maintain relationships with tutors throughout their collaboration with our young people.
Alice Lemoine
Communications Manager & Administration Officer
With a Master's degree in Communications and Events, Alice began her professional experience organizing trade shows and events in the Silver Economy sector.
Since joining ALTERNIS BUSINESS SCHOOL, Alice has brought her versatility, dynamism, and creativity to meet student needs and bring the campus to life through communications and events. She now holds the position of Communications Manager and Administrative Officer.
