Who am I meant to listen to? The truth about wine ratings with guests: Huon Hooke, Max Allen and Michael Anderson

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Wine scoring systems have proliferated, leaving many consumers confused about who to trust when choosing their next bottle. We break down the differences between wine shows, critic ratings, classifications, and journalistic approaches to help you navigate the complex world of wine recommendations.
• Wine shows use panels of expert judges who taste wines blind, scoring on a 100-point scale
• Judges award bronze (85-89), silver (90-94), and gold (95+) medals based on technical merit
• The Real Review groups wines by variety for comparative tasting, with critics having freedom to taste non-blind
• Halliday Wine Companion uses regional specialists who focus on terroir-specific excellence
• Langton's Classification is data-driven, ranking wines based on auction performance and collector demand
• Wine writer Max Allen avoids scoring altogether, focusing on storytelling and context
• Regional wine shows offer valuable insight into local specialties
• Personal preferences should ultimately guide your wine choices
To find wines you'll truly enjoy, consider which approach aligns with your own preferences and use these systems as helpful guides rather than definitive judgments.
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Chapters

1. Who am I meant to listen to? The truth about wine ratings with guests: Huon Hooke, Max Allen and Michael Anderson (00:00:00)

2. Episode Introduction (00:00:26)

3. Understanding Wine Shows and Judging (00:03:40)

4. The Real Review with Huon Hooke (00:19:56)

5. Halliday Wine Companion Overview (00:28:17)

6. Langton's Classification with Michael Anderson (00:33:05)

7. Wine Journalism with Max Allen (00:42:52)

8. Making Sense of Wine Recommendations (00:53:45)

9. Personal Approaches to Wine Selection (01:08:09)

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