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Read more about the article BFM Business Interview | Tips for investing in wine in uncertain times
  • Post author:iDealwine
  • Post published:9 May 2025

BFM Business Interview | Tips for investing in wine in uncertain times

Angélique de Lencquesaing gives her tips for buying wine at auction with the view to creating an investment collection.

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Read more about the article Green asparagus, Parma ham, soft-boiled egg and parmesan wafers
  • Post author:Grace Halligan
  • Post published:7 May 2025

Green asparagus, Parma ham, soft-boiled egg and parmesan wafers

Our recipe and wine pairings for this delicious springtime dish, perfect for a brunch.

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Read more about the article 2024 En Primeur | Vintage analysis and top picks from the Right Bank
  • Post author:iDealwine
  • Post published:7 May 2025

2024 En Primeur | Vintage analysis and top picks from the Right Bank

The iDealwine team gives you the low-down on 2024 En Primeur wines from the Right Bank with its recommendations and favourites!

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Read more about the article What were the highest-priced wines in 2024?
  • Post author:iDealwine
  • Post published:2 May 2025

What were the highest-priced wines in 2024?

What was the highest-priced wine of 2024? Auctioned for €20,375, it comes from the recent and fabulous 2020 vintage.

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Read more about the article 2024 En Primeur | Vintage analysis and top picks from Médoc
  • Post author:iDealwine
  • Post published:2 May 2025

2024 En Primeur | Vintage analysis and top picks from Médoc

Curious about our take on the 2024 En Primeur wines from Médoc? Read our analysis and find out the iDealwine team’s favourites!

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Read more about the article Our new Burgundy partner estates: Micro-négoces and haute couture wines
  • Post author:iDealwine
  • Post published:2 May 2025

Our new Burgundy partner estates: Micro-négoces and haute couture wines

Read all about our new partners Maison A&S, Maison en Belles Lies, Chapuis & Chapuis and Antoine Lepetit de la Bigne.

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Read more about the article 2024 En Primeurs | Vintage analysis and top picks from Pessac-Léognan
  • Post author:iDealwine
  • Post published:25 April 2025

2024 En Primeurs | Vintage analysis and top picks from Pessac-Léognan

Don’t miss our coverage of the 2024 En Primeur campaign. This week’s appellation in the spotlight is Pessac-Léognan.

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Read more about the article Meet Roman, iDealwine’s US Ambassador
  • Post author:iDealwine
  • Post published:24 April 2025

Meet Roman, iDealwine’s US Ambassador

iDealwine has just opened its New York office! Learn more about the person who is running the show ‘across the pond’.

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Read more about the article What to pair with asparagus?
  • Post author:iDealwine
  • Post published:18 April 2025

What to pair with asparagus?

White, green and purple asparagus are not easy to pair with wine but we revel at a challenge. Take a look at our pairing ideas.

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Read more about the article BFM Business Interview | How do American wines fare at auction?
  • Post author:iDealwine
  • Post published:18 April 2025

BFM Business Interview | How do American wines fare at auction?

Did you know that the USA is the world’s largest wine consumer? The country imports a third of its wine needs to supplement its own production. Let’s take a closer look.

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Read more about the article Burgundy’s grape varieties
  • Post author:iDealwine
  • Post published:18 April 2025

Burgundy’s grape varieties

What grape varieties can you find in Burgundy?

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Read more about the article March 2025 Auction Report: Burgundy Chardonnays and Bordeaux large formats steal the show
  • Post author:iDealwine
  • Post published:17 April 2025

March 2025 Auction Report: Burgundy Chardonnays and Bordeaux large formats steal the show

Let’s find out exactly what happened at our wine auctions in March!

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Read more about the article 2024 En Primeur | 2024 Bordeaux: Weather and wine characteristics
  • Post author:iDealwine
  • Post published:11 April 2025

2024 En Primeur | 2024 Bordeaux: Weather and wine characteristics

A winegrower’s vintage, rainy and exhausting. Yet one filled with successes and surprises, in both white and red.

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Read more about the article Super Tuscans: Revolutionising Italy’s fine wines
  • Post author:iDealwine
  • Post published:4 April 2025

Super Tuscans: Revolutionising Italy’s fine wines

Super Tuscans, first produced in the 1970s, bear similarities to Bordeaux wines, but have their own unique characteristics and history.

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Read more about the article Fine Spirits Auction | A journey through time
  • Post author:iDealwine
  • Post published:4 April 2025

Fine Spirits Auction | A journey through time

The third Fine Spirits Auction of the year boasts over 1,100 bottles. Happy bidding!

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Read more about the article Spring in the vineyard: What work takes place?
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  • Post author:iDealwine
  • Post published:1 April 2025

Spring in the vineyard: What work takes place?

Nature reawakens in spring which means vines also start to ready themselves for another year of grape growing. Find out what work winemakers carry out at this time of year.

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Read more about the article February 2025 Auction Report: Strong performance for mature Rhône icons
  • Post author:iDealwine
  • Post published:27 March 2025

February 2025 Auction Report: Strong performance for mature Rhône icons

Last month, a number of iconic names enjoyed a strong momentum with prices increasing, most notably in the Rhône and Burgundy.

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Read more about the article Heidsieck, Krug, Bollinger: How Germany shaped Champagne
  • Post author:iDealwine
  • Post published:27 March 2025

Heidsieck, Krug, Bollinger: How Germany shaped Champagne

Several prestigious Champagne houses bear Germanic-sounding names, here’s why.

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Read more about the article Yann Bertrand: A solid connection to the Fleurie terroir
  • Post author:iDealwine
  • Post published:20 March 2025

Yann Bertrand: A solid connection to the Fleurie terroir

After nearly a decade of studying his terroirs, Yann Bertrand has been crafting single-vineyard wines that truly express their origins since 2012.

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Read more about the article How do winemakers protect their vines from spring frosts?    
  • Post author:iDealwine
  • Post published:20 March 2025

How do winemakers protect their vines from spring frosts?    

Ever since 2016, spring frosts have repeatedly hit French vineyards. What can be done to counter this recurring threat?

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Read more about the article BFM Business Interview | Hospices de Nuits-Saint-Georges: +41.5% on the price of wine
  • Post author:iDealwine
  • Post published:18 March 2025

BFM Business Interview | Hospices de Nuits-Saint-Georges: +41.5% on the price of wine

Organised by iDealwine, the Hospices de Nuits-Saint-Georges auction closed on a remarkable 41.5% increase in prices.

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Read more about the article 64th Hospices de Nuits-Saint-Georges auction: Behind the scenes
  • Post author:iDealwine
  • Post published:14 March 2025

64th Hospices de Nuits-Saint-Georges auction: Behind the scenes

We loved our weekend in Burgundy organising the auction and so here’s a look back through our photos.

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Read more about the article Champagne Drappier | The sad passing of André Drappier
  • Post author:iDealwine
  • Post published:14 March 2025

Champagne Drappier | The sad passing of André Drappier

André Drappier, an emblematic figure of Maison Drappier, died on Wednesday 5th March 2025.

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Read more about the article An exceptional lot: Exclusive launch of the new Blaise-Albert 1610-2018 cuvée
  • Post author:iDealwine
  • Post published:7 March 2025

An exceptional lot: Exclusive launch of the new Blaise-Albert 1610-2018 cuvée

Listed in the current auction is the very first bottle of the Blaise-Albert 1610-2018 cuvée to be released by and supplied directly from Château Le Puy.

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Read more about the article BFM Business Interview | Bordeaux – Burgundy: Game, set, match?
  • Post author:iDealwine
  • Post published:7 March 2025

BFM Business Interview | Bordeaux – Burgundy: Game, set, match?

Recently, wine enthusiasts have been keen on Burgundy. Does this trend indicate a major shift? Here’s our analysis.

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Read more about the article A Nuits-Saint-Georges market review with Cyrille Jomand
  • Post author:iDealwine
  • Post published:7 March 2025

A Nuits-Saint-Georges market review with Cyrille Jomand

The auctioneer of the 64th Hospices de Nuits auction had this to say, “If anything, we should see a (reasonable) rise in prices this year.”

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Read more about the article Coucou Nous Voilou – The chosen charity for the Hospices de Nuits
  • Post author:iDealwine
  • Post published:28 February 2025

Coucou Nous Voilou – The chosen charity for the Hospices de Nuits

The Hospices de Nuits is supporting the association Coucou Nous Voilou through the sale of the charity barrel at this year’s auction. Here's all the information you need!

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Read more about the article How to bid at the Hospices de Nuits-Saint-Georges auction?
  • Post author:iDealwine
  • Post published:21 February 2025

How to bid at the Hospices de Nuits-Saint-Georges auction?

How does it work? How much does it cost? Who can buy (spoiler alert: it’s everyone)? Find out in this article.

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Read more about the article Single-Catalogue Collection: A voyage through France
  • Post author:iDealwine
  • Post published:21 February 2025

Single-Catalogue Collection: A voyage through France

Wines that wine enthusiasts all around the world dream of, currently at auction.

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Read more about the article The 64th Hospices de Nuits-Saint-Georges auction – A first in many ways
  • Post author:iDealwine
  • Post published:14 February 2025

The 64th Hospices de Nuits-Saint-Georges auction – A first in many ways

On Sunday 9 March, the 64th Hospices de Nuits-Saint-Georges auction will take place and for the first time, it’ll be organised by iDealwine.

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Read more about the article January 2025 Auction Report | Roederer’s Cristal Champagne excels at auction
  • Post author:iDealwine
  • Post published:13 February 2025

January 2025 Auction Report | Roederer’s Cristal Champagne excels at auction

Last month, mature vintages of Louis Roederer’s famous Cristal Champagne were auctioned on iDealwine. And what a success!

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