Angélique sat down with Patrick Schmitt for the Drinks Business podcast to talk all about auction market trends.| Le blog iDealwine
For the eleventh consecutive year, iDealwine leads the wine auction market in France. Here are our insights.| Le blog iDealwine
At 6:15am on 3 July, an unusual gathering formed outside Le Train Bleu at Gare de Lyon. Speculation was rife: where would this year’s vineyard excursion take us? Sixty-five members of the iDealwine team boarded the TGV bound for “Mâcon Loché”. Two likely wine regions remained: the Mâconnais or Beaujolais? Here’s a look back at our journey into the heart of Beaujolais.| Le blog iDealwine
Maximilian Riedel met Angélique de Lencquesaing on a Parisian balcony to talk all things wine. As the 11th generation of the Riedel family known all over the world for producing the finest wine glasses, Maximilian is a star of the wine world.| Le blog iDealwine
As temperatures rise, wine lovers are turning to their summer bottles, their lighter reds, crisp whites and refreshing rosés. The warmer months have us dreaming of far-flung, picturesque destinations, so where better to look than Corsica? Do wines from the Ile de la Beauté make for a good investment? That’s what we’re going to find out, with expert advice from Angélique de Lencquesaing, co-founder of iDealwine and specialist in the wine auction market.| Le blog iDealwine
In June’s auctions, very mature Bordeaux were the stars of the show, while wines from Les Jardins Esmeraldins remained highly sought after.| Le blog iDealwine
What are the 15 wines that have been bought the most during the 2024 En Primeur campaign? Let’s have a sneak peek into what people have in their baskets… Château les Carmes Haut-Brion, the splendid Pessac-Léognan estate, is at the top of the rankings, an absolute favourite with our customers and the iDealwine team alike.| Le blog iDealwine
Also called Vermentino or Vermentinu in Italy and Corsica respectively, Rolle is white grape variety which creates fine, fruity wines, all the more so as they retain their freshness. Largely planted throughout France’s southern regions, it shines in Provence and Corsica. Let’s dive into the world of this variety with two names!| Le blog iDealwine
Working in Tavel and Lirac, Romain Le Bars stands out as a new and committed voice in the Rhône Valley wine region. Born in Paris and trained by leading figures from the natural wine scene, he opted to leave city life behind to cultivate 11 hectares of vines with organic methods and an artisanal approach respectful of the living.| Le blog iDealwine
This 2024 vintage is a perfect reflection of the work carried out by the various winegrowers and completely meets the expectations of today’s consumers seeking accessible wines. Indeed, some wines from this vintage are fit for ageing or drinking in their youth. It’s a vintage that will make the Bordeaux bashers think again! So which En Primeur wines should you try as soon as they are released?| Le blog iDealwine
In the spirit of summer, Fine Spirits Auction brings together the most prestigious and rare bottles of each type of spirit. Exceptional liqueurs, Chartreuse, rums, Japanese and Scottish whiskies – the world’s greatest treasures have come together to delight enthusiasts and collectors.| Le blog iDealwine
Frédéric Panaïotis, Maison Ruinart (®iDealwine)Frédéric Panaïotis, the charismatic Cellar Master of the Champagne house Ruinart, died in a tragic deep-diving accident on Sunday 15 June. iDealwine pays tribute to him.| Le blog iDealwine
Château de Ferrand, Les Fiefs de Lagrange, Clos de l’Oratoire, Château Gloria, Château Cantemerle, L’Esprit de Chevalier… The iDealwine team has compiled the perfect line-up of Bordeaux En Primeurs for you, all priced under €30.| Le blog iDealwine
If you’ve read our insights into the 2024 Bordeaux En Primeur releases, you’ve got the picture: winemakers didn’t hold back this year! Despite a rollercoaster of weather challenges, they stayed the course with determination, and it shows in the wines. The result? In Sauternes and Barsac, the whites are expressive, packed with freshness, and beautifully balanced. As for the red wines, strict grape selection combined with modern winemaking techniques led to lower yields but to excellent w...| Le blog iDealwine