AI vs Master Sommelier | SHOCKING results!

"AI is coming for everyone's jobs." In this thought-provoking episode of Got Somme , host Angus O'Loughlin puts artificial intelligence to the test in a head-to-head wine tasting battle against one of Australia’s top Master Sommeliers , Carlos Santos . Can ChatGPT hold its own in a blind tasting of red wine? How does AI fare in analysing the nuances of a French Chardonnay ? The episode explores how technology in wine —particularly AI—could shape the future of wine assessment , wine pairing , and sommelier culture. With both participants sharing their insights, tasting notes, and predictions, this is a must-listen for anyone curious about the intersection of AI and the wine industry . Listen now to explore the bold new frontier where technology meets terroir —and find out who really knows their wine: man or machine? Sponsors: RIEDEL Veloce Chardonnay: https://www.riedel.com/en-au/shop/veloce/chardonnay-633000097 Grays.com Buy the wine, drink the wine where we get ours: https://www.grays.com/search/wine Socials: TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@gotsommepodcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gotsomme Key Takeaways: 🤖 AI is powerful , offering fast wine recommendations, but still lacks the intuition and emotional nuance of a human. 🍷 Carlos Santos demonstrates the depth of human wine tasting experience, especially in a blind challenge. 🧠 ChatGPT uses vast data for analysis, but context and subtlety remain its weaknesses. 💬 The conversation explores how AI tools like ChatGPT might complement sommeliers—not replace them. 🌍 Discussions also touch on wine regions , Burgundy wines , and personal preferences. ❤️ Carlos’s stories bring out the romance of wine —something AI can’t replicate (yet). Chapters: 00:00 – AI vs. Master Sommelier Showdown 02:59 – Tasting a Classic French Chardonnay 05:59 – Blind Tasting Challenge: Red Wine Edition 08:55 – AI's Strengths and Weaknesses in Wine Assessment 11:41 – Human vs. Machine: Final Thoughts on Wine Tasting 14:44 – Audience Q&A: Wine Regions, Preferences & Pairings This podcast proudly presented by Grays.com: https://www.grays.com/search/wine-and-more?tab=items See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.