Jacopo Cossater attended the University of Perugia and continued his studies at the Associazione Italiana Sommelier. After living in Milan and Stockholm, he returned to Umbria where he still lives and works. He writes for the I Vini d'Italia wine guide, published by l'Espresso, and contributes to wine blogs.

Photographer Fabio Petroni specializes in portraits and still lifes, and has worked with some of the best-known professionals in the field. His numerous titles with White Star include Horses: Master Portraits, Cocktails, Roses, Chili Pepper, Orchids, Tea Sommelier, Beer Sommelier, and Bonsai.