Step onto the auction floor with Michael Anderson, Head of Auctions at LANGTONS, and discover how rare bottles move from cellar to gavel. We unpack the do’s and don’ts of bidding, reveal the labels that keep climbing in value, and hear Michael’s personal journey from hospitality to helming Australia’s biggest fine-wine marketplace. Whether you buy to drink, invest, or simply daydream, this chat demystifies the world of wine auctions so you can bid (or sell) with confidence.

Connect with us:

LANGTONS

LANGTONS on Instagram

Halliday Wine Companion

Wine Companion on Instagram

Halliday Wine Club

 

Key Takeaways
The founding of LANGTONS and how Australia’s auction scene has matured
Red flags that signal a corked, heat-affected or otherwise damaged bottle
Proven investment staples: Penfolds Grange, Wendouree, Burgundy grands crus and more
Market shifts after COVID-era cellaring booms
Michael’s tips for first-time bidders: set your ceiling, read condition reports, phone a specialist
Career lessons from pouring glasses to commanding the hammer



Chapters

00:00 Introduction to LANGTONS’ Auctions

02:04 Michael's Journey into the Wine World

03:30 A Day in the Life of a Head of Auctions

04:25 Understanding the Auction Process

09:17 Assessing Wine Condition and Quality

14:12 Market Pricing and Trends

16:31 Diverse Buyer Preferences

18:18 Finding Bargains in the Wine Market

24:57 Investment Wines and Speculation

27:00 The Secondary Market Dynamics

30:23 Surprising Sales and Unique Collections

38:09 Dealing with Fraudulent Wines

42:20 Quickfire Questions with Michael

Step onto the auction floor with Michael Anderson, Head of Auctions at LANGTONS, and discover how rare bottles move from cellar to gavel. We unpack the do&rsquo;s and don&rsquo;ts of bidding, reveal the labels that keep climbing in value, and hear Michael&rsquo;s personal journey from hospitality to helming Australia&rsquo;s biggest fine-wine marketplace. Whether you buy to drink, invest, or simply daydream, this chat demystifies the world of wine auctions so you can bid (or sell) with confidence.
Connect with us:
<a href="https://www.langtons.com.au/">LANGTONS</a>
<a href="https://www.instagram.com/langtonsfinewine/">LANGTONS on Instagram</a>
<a href="https://winecompanion.com.au/">Halliday Wine Companion</a>
<a href="https://www.instagram.com/winecompanion/">Wine Companion on Instagram</a>
<a href="https://winecompanion.com.au/wine-club">Halliday Wine Club</a>
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Key Takeaways
<ul>
<li aria-level="1">The founding of LANGTONS and how Australia&rsquo;s auction scene has matured</li>
<li aria-level="1">Red flags that signal a corked, heat-affected or otherwise damaged bottle</li>
<li aria-level="1">Proven investment staples: Penfolds Grange, Wendouree, Burgundy grands crus and more</li>
<li aria-level="1">Market shifts after COVID-era cellaring booms</li>
<li aria-level="1">Michael&rsquo;s tips for first-time bidders: set your ceiling, read condition reports, phone a specialist</li>
<li aria-level="1">Career lessons from pouring glasses to commanding the hammer </li>
</ul>
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to LANGTONS&rsquo; Auctions
02:04 Michael's Journey into the Wine World
03:30 A Day in the Life of a Head of Auctions
04:25 Understanding the Auction Process
09:17 Assessing Wine Condition and Quality
14:12 Market Pricing and Trends
16:31 Diverse Buyer Preferences
18:18 Finding Bargains in the Wine Market
24:57 Investment Wines and Speculation
27:00 The Secondary Market Dynamics
30:23 Surprising Sales and Unique Collections
38:09 Dealing with Fraudulent Wines
42:20 Quickfire Questions with Michael

The Halliday Wine Companion Podcast (formerly known as By The Glass) is back with a new look, a new host, and a bunch of new and exciting guests.

 Join Halliday editor Anna Webster as she sits down with industry experts – including winemakers, sommeliers, distillers, critics, retailers, and more – to chat about, unpack and explore a range of wine- and drinks-related topics.

From interviews with top producers and the stories behind your favourite bottles, to the science of cellaring, deep dives into wine regions and grape varieties, and much more, this fun and conversational podcast is essential listening for anyone who loves wine.

So, pour a glass and settle in.

The Halliday Wine Companion Podcast (formerly known as By The Glass) is back with a new look, a new host, and a bunch of new and exciting guests.
&nbsp;Join Halliday editor Anna Webster as she sits down with industry experts &ndash; including winemakers, sommeliers, distillers, critics, retailers, and more &ndash; to chat about, unpack and explore a range of wine- and drinks-related topics.
From interviews with top producers and the stories behind your favourite bottles, to the science of cellaring, deep dives into wine regions and grape varieties, and much more, this fun and conversational podcast is essential listening for anyone who loves wine.
So, pour a glass and settle in.

The Halliday Wine Companion Podcast is back with a new look, a new host, and a bunch of new and exciting guests.

Halliday Wine Companion

The Halliday Wine Companion Podcast (formerly known as By The Glass) is back with a new look, a new host, and a bunch of new and exciting guests.

Join Halliday editor Anna Webster as she sits down with industry experts – including winemakers, sommeliers, distillers, critics, retailers, and more – to chat about, unpack and explore a range of wine- and drinks-related topics.

From interviews with top producers and the stories behind your favourite bottles, to the science of cellaring, deep dives into wine regions and grape varieties, and much more, this fun and conversational podcast is essential listening for anyone who loves wine.

So, pour a glass and settle in.

The Halliday Wine Companion Podcast (formerly known as By The Glass) is back with a new look, a new host, and a bunch of new and exciting guests.
Join Halliday editor Anna Webster as she sits down with industry experts &ndash; including winemakers, sommeliers, distillers, critics, retailers, and more &ndash; to chat about, unpack and explore a range of wine- and drinks-related topics.
From interviews with top producers and the stories behind your favourite bottles, to the science of cellaring, deep dives into wine regions and grape varieties, and much more, this fun and conversational podcast is essential listening for anyone who loves wine.
So, pour a glass and settle in.