Despite generally being made from Pinot Noir (Gamay is grown a little in the region), all red wines from Burgundy don’t necessarily pair well with the same dishes. It’s all about the details! So what should you eat with a Burgundian red? Here are a few ideas to help you on your way…| Le blog iDealwine
Oxidation, volatile acidity, Brettanomyces (more commonly known as Brett), mousiness – are these characteristics or faults when it comes to some wines? We give you the keys to unlock these terms without entering into a pro/anti natural wine debate and its ‘deviations’.| Le blog iDealwine
With careful consideration you choose a beautiful bottle from your cellar and pour a glass, only to be greeted by a horrible smell or strange taste. Hell and damnation, what just happened?| Le blog iDealwine
Wine tasting techniques explained: how do you taste wine? Once again, the iDealwine team has risen to the challenge, sharing a bottle and unravelling the secrets of wine tasting to bring you the answers to all your questions!| Le blog iDealwine
As we approach the Mid-Autumn Festival, we are being reminded of the importance of the moon in our human history as well as in our viticulture through biodynamics.| Le blog iDealwine
Beaune is one of Burgundy’s most extensive appellations. Initially somewhat daunting, it rewards close attention with truly remarkable wines.| Le blog iDealwine
With the prices of some 2024 En Primeurs, who can still say that Bordeaux wines are expensive?| Le blog iDealwine
We analyse global wine consummation for 2024 and see how these rankings compare to our data.| Le blog iDealwine
A wave of what smells like a mould, a damp cellar, or worse rise from the bottle. The day will come, if it hasn’t already, when you have a doubt about the condition of a wine without necessarily thinking that the cork could be the problem. Because the cork is not the only thing responsible for suspicious aromas in wine even if it is often said that a wine which is “off” has a “corky taste”. Here are a few of our tips for detecting if a wine is ‘corked’ or affected by cork taint.| Le blog iDealwine
Founded in 1729, Ruinart is globally renowned for the quality of its Chardonnay and the aromatic finesse of its cuvées.| Le blog iDealwine
Whether you have already placed bids at an iDealwine auction or not, you have probably wondered how we appraise the bottles in the catalogues. What happens during this crucial step? How are the bottles assessed? Here we demystify the process.| Le blog iDealwine
This top 20 list of auctioned bottles offers a valuable insight into the most sought-after wines from the Rhône AOC.| Le blog iDealwine
Fine Spirits Auction marks the end of French summer beautifully with an exceptional auction.| Le blog iDealwine
Château Lafleur is freeing itself from the Pomerol AOC rules and will now be sold as a ‘Vin de France’. What will be the impact on its image ... and the price of its wines?| Le blog iDealwine
One of the great joys of wine auctions is the chance for wine lovers to stumble upon bottles that are otherwise impossible to find. In most regions, winemakers bottle almost their entire harvest in standard 750ml formats. A small share may be set aside for magnums, already a rarity in itself. As for the even more generous formats, special requests excluded, they are produced by only a handful of estates. Champagne, Bordeaux, and the Rhône Valley are the main producers of these coveted giants...| Le blog iDealwine
In addition to our offices in Paris, Bordeaux and Hong Kong, we now also have our foot in Burgundy. At our new location in the heart of the Côte d’Or region, in Beaune, we are committed to not only strengthening our relationships with our existing 185 partner domains in Burgundy, but also to establishing connections with other domains that we would love to work with. Amicie Debavelaere has joined the team to lead this expansion and she will be managing our office in Beaune! So, let’s tel...| Le blog iDealwine
As the Hogwarts students make their way back to school on the Hogwarts Express, we take a look the wines for each of the houses and a few characters.| Le blog iDealwine
You were searching iDealwine and come across a wine you didn’t know but as it appealed to you, you decided to buy it. Upon opening it, you fell under its charm and asked yourself how you could not possibly have already stumbled across it before. Who selected this producer and why? Our purchasing team, that’s who. The trio of Raphaël de Fonscolombe, Luca Charlot and Amicie Debavelaere are like walking encyclopaedias of the wine world. Let’s meet them and find out what they do day-in-day...| 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
Our En Primeur coverage continues with this report on Pessac-Léognan wines and our tasting reviews. Overall, we found the red wines in this appellation to be the most diverse this year. While some wines left us baffled, we also found some real favourites with several properties standing out from the crowd.| Le blog iDealwine
If you’ve been following the news about the 2023 En Primeur campaign, chances are you already know that it’s an outstanding, if not exceptional, vintage for dry and sweet white wines. Read our analysis of Sauternes ’s sweet wines and discover our favourites.| Le blog iDealwine
The latest instalment in our series on En Primeur wines takes us to the Right Bank with its many great success stories. We also have plenty of top picks from both Pomerol and Saint-Emilion to tell you about.| Le blog iDealwine
Let’s resume our exploration of the 2024 En Primeur campaign (2023 vintage) and turn our attention to the wines produced in the Médoc region (Left Bank). We’ll be dissecting weather patterns, general wine characteristics and revealing our personal favourites (and believe us, there are plenty!)| Le blog iDealwine
Before we get started, check out our comprehensive coverage on Bordeaux’s 2023 vintage:| Le blog iDealwine
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You probably hear about the en primeur each year in the spring. And no doubt you know a little bit about what this expression means. To find out everything you need to know on the subject, read on!| Le blog iDealwine
Angélique sat down with Patrick Schmitt for the Drinks Business podcast to talk all about auction market trends, which were analysed during the creation of iDealwine’s annual Barometer. Together, they discuss regions to look out for, emerging trends and the changes in the fine wine market since iDealwine’s creation 25 years ago.| Le blog iDealwine
For eleven years – eleven years – iDealwine has been the uncontested leader of the French wine auction market through its subsidiary and licensed auctioneer IWA (International Wine Auction). The annual report by the Conseil des ventes volontaires (French Auction Market Authority – CVV), which regulates auctions in France, ranked the company as the country’s top auction house dedicated exclusively to wine. iDealwine is also hard at work maintaining and improving its online wine bou...| 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
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
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
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
