Here we look at this term found on bottles and unveil the secrets of France’s most celebrated vineyards.| Le blog iDealwine
Meet the next generation of winemakers bringing a touch of the land of the rising sun to the French winemaking scene.| Le blog iDealwine
Come on a voyage of discovery to this Burgundy appellation with us, where the its wines command very accessible price points.| Le blog iDealwine
This estate is setting the Côte Chalonnaise aglow! Discover the exceptional terroirs of Rully.| Le blog iDealwine
In 2017, Jean Smit teamed up with David Curl to create Damascene with the aim of showcasing the beauty and diversity that can be found in South Africa and the wines crafted from its terroirs. The country itself has the most diverse soil types in the world, and Jean crafts wines which show off how grape varieties grown on these various soils can bring something different to the table.| 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
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
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
Next up on the iDealwine team’s tour of Bordeaux’s 2024 En Primeur tastings, a special focus on the Sauternes and Barsac appellations. Are you ready? Let’s go!| 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
So how can we summarise the 2024 vintage? Once again, it was a challenging year for winemakers (frost, damp and rain, mildew…), especially at key moments in the vine’s cycle. 2024 can be described as a winegrower’s vintage, where quality variations reflect the decisions made by the estates and châteaux, their observations, choice of harvest dates, grape selection… The outcome? Dry and sweet whites of very high standard, a true success; reds unlike the fine Bordeaux wines of the most ...| Le blog iDealwine