The Drops of God
The Drops of God by Tadashi Agi is a graphic novel published by Vertical in 2011, featuring 392 pages in English. This work centers on a wine critic, Shizuku Kanzaki, who embarks on a quest to inherit his late father’s extensive wine collection. To claim his inheritance, he must identify 13 exceptional wines, known as the “Twelve Apostles” and the “Drops of God,” as outlined in his father’s will. Complicating his journey is his adopted brother, Issei Tomine, a fellow wine critic who is also competing for the same prize.
Readers will find a blend of competition and discovery as Shizuku navigates the world of wine, exploring themes of family, rivalry, and the intricate details of wine tasting. The narrative delves into the complexities of the wine industry, showcasing how the choices made by the characters can influence market prices. With elements of romance and culinary exploration, this edition offers a unique perspective on the art of wine appreciation, making it a notable addition to the genres of comics and graphic novels.
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Few comics have ever exhibited such sway over the economics of an industry as the Drops of God. The legendary wine comic that dictates wine market prices worldwide is now available in English for the first time! A wine critic and his adopted brother must compete against each other to determine who will inherit their father’s estate–a wine collection featuring 13 heaven blessed wines. Shizuku Kanzaki is the son of a recently deceased, world renowned wine critic named Yutaka Kanzaki. In order to take ownership of his father’s legacy, an extensive wine collection featuring some of the most rare labels of the last 30 years, he must find 13 wines, known as the “Twelve Apostles” and the heaven sent “Drops of God” that his father described in his will. But despite being an only child, Shizuku is not alone in this unique wine hunt. He has a competitor. Issei Tomine, a renowned young wine critic, was recently adapted into the Kanzaki family and is also vying for this most rare of prizes.
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