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.
Heidsieck, Krug, Bollinger: How Germany shaped Champagne
Several prestigious Champagne houses bear Germanic-sounding names, here’s why.
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.
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?
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.
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.
Champagne Drappier | The sad passing of André Drappier
André Drappier, an emblematic figure of Maison Drappier, died on Wednesday 5th 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.
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.
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.”