
Useful terminology guide
Hugh Johnson's System
Robert Parker's System
Wine Spectator System
Wine Enthusiast System
Basic Juice System
Wine Enthusiast System
This is a newer publication, growing out of The Wine Enthusiast catalog of wine accessories. Perhaps not as regarded as The Wine Spectator, they nonetheless taste and rate a large quantity of wines in their monthly issue. This explanation of their ratings comes from their online site.
98-100:
Classic; The pinnacle of quality94-97:
Superb; A great achievement90-93:
Excellent; Highly Recommended87-89:
Very Good; Often good value; well recommended83-86:
Good; Suitable for everyday consumption; often good value80-82:
Acceptable; Can be employed in casual, less-critical circumstancesIn addition to their numeric scale, they also give some special ratings each issue. These include:
Editors' Choice
The highest recommendations in each issue.Cellar Selections
Wines deemed highly collectible and/or requiring time in a wine cellar to reach their maximum potential.Best Buys
Wines that offer a high level of quality in relation to price and are generally cost less than $15.Wine Enthusiast Home Page

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