If you follow wine news, then you’ll likely know this year’s En Primeur campaign started at the end of April. The 2023 vintage is generally of quality, but prices have decreased in comparison to last year. For those of you who are not as familiar with the ins and outs of the En Primeur system, we have another blog article that explains this Bordeaux sales tradition.| Le blog iDealwine
Once again this year, our tasters headed to the heart of Bordeaux’s Right Bank to sample the En Primeur delights. From the defining characteristics of the vintage to our first impressions and firm favourites, we tell you everything you need to know about the wines that truly stand out this year.| Le blog iDealwine
Continuing our journey through Bordeaux’s vineyards for the 2024 En Primeur campaign, we turn our attention to Médoc. We’ll take you through weather conditions, the characteristics of these wines, and reveal the standout bottles that caught our attention!| Le blog iDealwine
As in previous years, iDealwine has rolled out a full-scale operation to provide you with its expert opinion on the 2024 En Primeur wines. Following a series of tastings held at different estates prior to 14th April, our team spent the entire campaign week (14th to 18th April) tasting as many Bordeaux grands crus as possible. One of the first appellations we sampled was Pessac-Léognan. The red wines offer delightful surprises, with many showcasing youthful fruitiness and approachability. Qu...| Le blog iDealwine