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Read more about the article What’s the difference between a service cabinet and a maturing cabinet?
  • Post author:iDealwine
  • Post published:21 September 2023

What’s the difference between a service cabinet and a maturing cabinet?

iDealwine spoke to EuroCave, an expert in wine storage solutions, to find out about which sort of cabinet to choose for our wines.

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Read more about the article Tasting made easy: understanding tannins
  • Post author:iDealwine
  • Post published:20 September 2023

Tasting made easy: understanding tannins

When tasting wine or reading wine labels, you may hear or see the word tannin a lot but what does it mean?

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Read more about the article Why is it Château in Bordeaux and Domaine in Burgundy?
  • Post author:iDealwine
  • Post published:14 September 2023

Why is it Château in Bordeaux and Domaine in Burgundy?

Château vs Domaine - We look at the intriguing history of behind these two terms and what they really mean…

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Read more about the article Virtual Tasting in English – Château Troplong Mondot on 04/10/2023
  • Post author:iDealwine
  • Post published:14 September 2023

Virtual Tasting in English – Château Troplong Mondot on 04/10/2023

Head to the iconic medieval town of Saint-Emilion to discover a magnificent premier grand cru classé B!

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Read more about the article 20th Fine Spirits Auction: Rarity and prestige
  • Post author:iDealwine
  • Post published:14 September 2023

20th Fine Spirits Auction: Rarity and prestige

It's already the 20th auction for FSA! To celebrate this occasion, more than 550 lots - many of which are legendary bottles - await you.

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Read more about the article What wine goes with Korean food?
  • Post author:iDealwine
  • Post published:12 September 2023

What wine goes with Korean food?

Korean cuisine is a complex combination of intense and bold flavours and we have found wines that can match them.

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Read more about the article How to choose a good wine (when you know nothing about wine)
  • Post author:iDealwine
  • Post published:11 September 2023

How to choose a good wine (when you know nothing about wine)

Here are the 10 golden rules to follow when choosing a bottle.

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Read more about the article August 2023 Auction Report | Success for Piedmont’s Nebbiolo
  • Post author:iDealwine
  • Post published:8 September 2023

August 2023 Auction Report | Success for Piedmont’s Nebbiolo

During August, Barolo wines once again shone at iDealwine auctions. Let's take a closer look.

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Read more about the article Rugby World Cup 2023: The Wine & Spirits Pool
  • Post author:Jessica Rees
  • Post published:7 September 2023

Rugby World Cup 2023: The Wine & Spirits Pool

With the Rugby World Cup kicking off this week in France, we are taking a look at the nations taking part, many of which also produce wine or spirits.

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Read more about the article Tasting: the three stages of evolution of red wines
  • Post author:iDealwine
  • Post published:7 September 2023

Tasting: the three stages of evolution of red wines

Over the years, how do red wines behave, how do their aromas change and colour evolve?

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Read more about the article How are grapes harvested?
  • Post author:iDealwine
  • Post published:6 September 2023

How are grapes harvested?

It's that time of year again! We answer some of your most frequent questions about grape picking…

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Read more about the article Methuselahs, nebuchadnezzars … what’s in a (bottle) name?
  • Post author:iDealwine
  • Post published:6 September 2023

Methuselahs, nebuchadnezzars … what’s in a (bottle) name?

We frequently discuss the contents of a wine bottle, but what about the bottle itself? Where do their mysterious names come from?

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Read more about the article What strategies do buyers use at iDealwine auctions?
  • Post author:iDealwine
  • Post published:1 September 2023

What strategies do buyers use at iDealwine auctions?

Tracking, setting a maximum bid...Our top customers give you their secrets to never miss your favourite bottle at auction again.

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Read more about the article 7 little-known Champagnes that are popular at the moment
  • Post author:iDealwine
  • Post published:1 September 2023

7 little-known Champagnes that are popular at the moment

We’re sharing some secrets with you here. These are the latest Champagne names that are causing a sensation at auction.

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Read more about the article Wines for your Harry Potter marathon: A muggle guide
  • Post author:iDealwine
  • Post published:1 September 2023

Wines for your Harry Potter marathon: A muggle guide

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.

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Read more about the article Mature vintages: Service tips and pairings
  • Post author:iDealwine
  • Post published:30 August 2023

Mature vintages: Service tips and pairings

Young and mature fine wines are not the same and logically, they can't be served or paired in the same way.

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Read more about the article Sulphites in wine: what are they for?
  • Post author:iDealwine
  • Post published:28 August 2023

Sulphites in wine: what are they for?

Are sulphites a necessary evil or just not that big a deal?

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Read more about the article Phylloxera – destruction and revitalisation
  • Post author:iDealwine
  • Post published:25 August 2023

Phylloxera – destruction and revitalisation

A tiny insect with dramatic consequences. Phylloxera completely changed grape growing around the world. Learn more about it in this article.

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Read more about the article Our organic and biodynamic selection
  • Post author:iDealwine
  • Post published:24 August 2023

Our organic and biodynamic selection

Organic and biodynamic wines are some of the finest currently on the market - here we help you find your favourites!

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Read more about the article BFM Business Interview | Do northern wine regions offer investment opportunities?
  • Post author:iDealwine
  • Post published:23 August 2023

BFM Business Interview | Do northern wine regions offer investment opportunities?

In this interview with French news channel BFM, Angélique de Lencquesaing discusses opportunities found in Chablis, Alsace and Germany.

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Read more about the article iDealwine in Hong Kong – Meet Alva, Asia Sales Manager
  • Post author:iDealwine
  • Post published:21 August 2023

iDealwine in Hong Kong – Meet Alva, Asia Sales Manager

Alva tells us more about how her wine journey. The Asia Sales Manager in Hong Kong, Alva shares her story and her tastes in wine

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Read more about the article Climate change: Are French vineyards under threat of disappearing?
  • Post author:iDealwine
  • Post published:18 August 2023

Climate change: Are French vineyards under threat of disappearing?

What are the problems that vineyards face because of global warming?

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Read more about the article Côte Chalonnaise: The Golden Age for Givry wines
  • Post author:iDealwine
  • Post published:18 August 2023

Côte Chalonnaise: The Golden Age for Givry wines

With its glorious past, the small Givry appellation shines brightly, led by a several brilliant wineries.

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Read more about the article German white wines – the iDealwine guide
  • Post author:iDealwine
  • Post published:17 August 2023

German white wines – the iDealwine guide

Kabinett, Trockenbeerenauslese, Abaugebiete - learn all about German white wines and the vocabulary that goes with them.

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Read more about the article Easy Breezy | Crowd-Pleasing Wines to Enjoy with Friends this Summer
  • Post author:iDealwine
  • Post published:16 August 2023

Easy Breezy | Crowd-Pleasing Wines to Enjoy with Friends this Summer

No better time than summertime to uncork a chilled wine and enjoy the simple pleasures in life.

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Read more about the article Meet Jessica, iDealwine’s translator from Wales
  • Post author:iDealwine
  • Post published:11 August 2023

Meet Jessica, iDealwine’s translator from Wales

Meet the translator! Jessica translates iDealwine’s French texts into English so you can enjoy them too.

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Read more about the article Five top Scottish whiskies
  • Post author:iDealwine
  • Post published:11 August 2023

Five top Scottish whiskies

Nearly 300 bottles of spirits are for sale on iDealwine, your favourite online beverage boutique. Here we're taking a look at 5 unbeatable whiskies.

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Read more about the article Want to have your favourite wines on holiday with you?
  • Post author:iDealwine
  • Post published:9 August 2023

Want to have your favourite wines on holiday with you?

Holidays are meant for both rest and pleasure. So, why not have your favourite wines delivered to your holiday destination this summer?

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Read more about the article Wine Guide | Champagne
  • Post author:iDealwine
  • Post published:8 August 2023

Wine Guide | Champagne

An introduction to one of the wine world's most famous regions.

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Read more about the article Buying tips: If I like this type of wine, which appellations should I choose?
  • Post author:iDealwine
  • Post published:8 August 2023

Buying tips: If I like this type of wine, which appellations should I choose?

Here are a few pointers to help you navigate France's regions if you don't know much about the world of wine.

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Read more about the article BFM Business Interview | Are Italian wines a new alternative for investment?
  • Post author:iDealwine
  • Post published:4 August 2023

BFM Business Interview | Are Italian wines a new alternative for investment?

Angélique de Lencquesaing, co-founder of iDealwine, talks to BFM about investing in Italian fine wines.

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