Decentralized Reputation-Based Global Governance of Wine Quality Standards

Authors

  • Pailin Kittisereechai Asst. Prof., Department of Political Science and Public Administration, Faculty of Social Sciences, Kasetsart University, Bangkok 10900, Thailand. Email: pailin.k@ku.th

Keywords:

wine, standard, global governance, reputation

Abstract

This article is the second paper in a two-part research report on “Global Governance of Wine Quality Standards,” focusing on the decentralized reputation-driven framework that has emerged in wine governance. Building upon Lucio Picci's concept of reputation-based governance, this study adapts and extends the framework to address the complexities of the global wine industry. With wine production now globalized beyond Europe, the centralized governance model, traditionally led by the International Organisation of Vine and Wine (OIV), has evolved. In today’s global wine industry, quality perception is shaped by various actors, including wine critics, digital platforms, and award organizations, each contributing to a multifaceted reputation system. This paper explores how each stakeholder must maintain credibility through accurate, impartial evaluations, highlighting that decentralized reputation has become a potent governance tool, establishing global standards and shaping wine quality in contemporary markets.

References

Anson, J. (2017). Anson: What Thomas Jefferson did in Bordeaux. Retrieved from https://www.decanter.com/wine-news/opinion/news-blogs-anson/thomas-jefferson-bordeaux-wine-353642/

Beverage Trade Network. (n.d.). Judging Process. Retrieved from https://sommelierschoiceawards.com/en/judging-process-247.htm

Brown, L. (2024). Robert Parker: The Wine Critic's Profound Impact On The Wine Industry. Retrieved from https://www.wineandnews.com/knowledge/robert-parker

CAL Expo. (n.d.). California Commercial Wines. Retrieved from https://calexpostatefair.com/competitions/california-commercial-wine/

Château Margaux. (2024). Five forward-looking centuries 1500-2024. Retrieved from https://www.chateau-margaux.com/en/le-domaine/histoire

Cocks, C. (2004). Bordeaux and Its Wines. Boston: Houghton Mifflin Harcourt.

Concha y Toro. (n.d.). In the tireless and passionate search of excellence. Retrieved from https://conchaytoro.com/en/

Decanter. (n.d.). How we judge wine at Decanter World Wine Awards. Retrieved from https://www.decanter.com/decanter-world-wine-awards/how-we-judge-wine-at-decanter-world-wine-awards-521278/

Decanter China staff. (2015). The Decanter timeline: 1975 – 2015. Retrieved from https://www.decanterchina.com/en/knowledge/trivia/the-decanter-timeline-1975-2015

International Wine and Spirits Research. (n.d.). IWSR. Retrieved from https://www.theiwsr.com/

International Wine Challenge. (n.d.). About the Challenge. Retrieved from https://www.internationalwinechallenge.com/template.html

Johnson, H., & Robinson, J. (2019). The World Atlas of Wine, 8th edition. Retrieved from https://www.jancisrobinson.com/learn/booksDVDsapps/world-atlas-wine-8th-edition

Kanonkop. (n.d.). Our Story. Retrieved from https://kanonkop.co.za/our-story/

Karlsson, B. (2022). The wine world’s most powerful brands are mainly found outside of Europe. Retrieved from https://www.bkwine.com/news/wine-worlds-most-powerful-brands/

Loudermilk, S. (n.d.). The Wizard of Wine: Robert Parker, the father of modern wine criticism, ages like fine wine. Retrieved from https://www.baltimoremagazine.com/section/fooddrink/robert-parker-ages-like-fine-wine/

Mason, O. (2023). Invivo X, SJP: Sarah Jessica Parker’s wine range, including new low-alcohol duo. Retrieved from https://www.decanter.com/wine-news/invivo-x-sjp-sarah-jessica-parkers-wine-range-including-new-low-alcohol-wine-duo-514695/

MUNDUS VINI. (n.d.). General. Retrieved from https://www.meininger.de/en/wine/tastings/mundus-vini-faq

Opus One. (n.d.). One vision One wine. Retrieved from https://en.opusonewinery.com/

Pearl, J. (2023). The Evolution and Impact of the 100-Point Wine Scoring System. Retrieved from https://www.winemerchantswest.com/the-evolution-and-impact-of-the-100-point-wine-scoring-system/

Penfolds. (n.d.). Making Remarkable Wines Since 1844. Retrieved from https://www.penfolds.com/en/home?srsltid=AfmBOorN9UKhBEo_8LLHqajDl269w5B8gowxvGoGcIPdZue9u39cAett

Perrotti-Brown, L. (2019). A Tribute to Robert M. Parker Jr. Retrieved from https://winejournal.robertparker.com/gourmet/robert-parker-retires-from-wine-advocate

Picci, L. (2011). Reputation-Based Governance. Stanford, California: Stanford University Press.

Pinevich-Todoriuk, O. (2024). Concours Mondial de Bruxelles: The Blind Tasting Under the Mexican Sky. Retrieved from https://drinks.ua/news/concours-mondial-de-bruxelles-mexico-2024-en/

Platter's Wine. (n.d.). Platter's wine rating system. Retrieved from https://www.wineonaplatter.com/wine_ratings

Robinson, J. (2024). Jancis Robinson – the long version. Retrieved from https://www.jancisrobinson.com/jancis-robinson-the-long-version

Robinson, J. (n.d.). How we score. Retrieved from https://www.jancisrobinson.com/how-we-score

Screaming Eagle. (n.d.). Join Our Waiting List. Retrieved from https://www.screamingeagleallocations.com/mailinglist/

Shaw, H. (2021). How Vivino is shaping the future of wine retail. Retrieved from https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2021/03/how-vivino-is-shaping-the-future-of-wine-retail/

Snoop Dogg. (n.d.). 19 Crimes. Retrieved from https://snoopdogg.com/campaigns/19-crimes/

Suckling, J. (2021). Great Wines of The World 2021 Masterclass Series. Retrieved from https://www.jamessuckling.com/event/great-wines-world-2021-masterclasses/

Suckling, J. (2023). Top 100 World Wines 2023 and Wine of the Year. Retrieved from https://www.jamessuckling.com/wine-tasting-reports/top-100-world-wines-2023-and-our-wine-of-the-year/

Suckling, J. (2024a). James Suckling Great Wines World Bangkok 2024. Retrieved from https://www.jamessuckling.com/event/james-suckling-great-wines-world-bangkok-2024/

Suckling, J. (2024b). Top 100 Value Wines of 2023 ($40 Or Less!). Retrieved from https://www.jamessuckling.com/wine-tasting-reports/top-100-value-wines-2023-40/

Suckling, J. (n.d.). Blind Tasting Masterclasses: China vs The World & Bordeaux 2010. Retrieved from https://www.jamessuckling.com/wine-tasting-reports/blind-tastings-highlight-november-26-great-wines-world-masterclasses-hong-kong/?print=print

The Europe Entrepreneur. (n.d.). Vivino Startup Story: How Vivino Became the Powerhouse of Wine Retail. Retrieved from https://theeuropeentrepreneur.com/vivino-startup-story-how-vivino-became-the-powerhouse-of-wine-retail/

Vins De Bordeaux. (n.d.-a). Broker. Retrieved from https://www.bordeaux.com/us/Our-know-how/Wine-Professions/Broker

Vins De Bordeaux. (n.d.-b). Négoce. Retrieved from https://www.bordeaux.com/fr/Notre-savoir-faire/Metiers/Negoce

Vivino. (2024). Vivino Community Awards. Retrieved from https://www.vivino.com/GB/en/articles/vivino-community-awards-uk

Wine-Searcher. (2024a). Jancis Robinson. Retrieved from https://www.wine-searcher.com/critics-1-jancis+robinson

Wine-Searcher. (2024b). Robert Parker The Wine Advocate. Retrieved from https://www.wine-searcher.com/critics-27-robert+parker+the+wine+advocate?srsltid=AfmBOorCpnvIYi8eev_yEtCKqC6u1FXoHlZHaMExf3VSLPz-fI5Gw5EF

Wine Enthusiast. (n.d.). Best of Lists: This Year’s Most Amazing Wines Under $20. Retrieved from https://www.wineenthusiast.com/toplists/best-buys-2023/

Wine Spectator. (2016). Wine Spectator Celebrates 40 Years with Commemorative Issue and Website. Retrieved from https://www.winespectator.com/articles/wine-spectator-celebrates-40-years

Wine Spectator. (2022). About The Top 100 of 2022. Retrieved from https://top100.winespectator.com/2022/

Wine spectator. (n.d.-a). Blind Tasting. Retrieved from https://www.winespectator.com/tags/blind-tasting

Wine Spectator. (n.d.-b). James Suckling. Retrieved from https://www.winespectator.com/authors/jsuckling

Yellow Tail. (n.d.). Crowned The World's #1 Most Powerful Wine Brand. Retrieved from https://www.yellowtailwine.com/en-us/news/crowned-the-worlds-1-most-powerful-wine-brand/

Downloads

Published

2026-06-30

How to Cite

Kittisereechai, P. (2026). Decentralized Reputation-Based Global Governance of Wine Quality Standards. Political Science Critique, 13(25), 1–17. retrieved from https://so01.tci-thaijo.org/index.php/PSC/article/view/280570