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Read more about the article 2024 En Primeur | 2024 Bordeaux: Weather and wine characteristics
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  • 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
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  • 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
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  • 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
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  • 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
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  • 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?    
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  • 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
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  • 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
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  • 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
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  • 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
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  • 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?
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  • 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
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  • 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
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  • 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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Read more about the article How much is my wine worth?
  • Post author:iDealwine
  • Post published:13 February 2025

How much is my wine worth?

The most sought-after wines fetch astronomical prices, have you ever considered that your bottles might be worth more than you think?

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Read more about the article Côte-Rôtie vs Châteauneuf-du-Pape – What’s the difference?
  • Post author:iDealwine
  • Post published:7 February 2025

Côte-Rôtie vs Châteauneuf-du-Pape – What’s the difference?

Let’s take a look at the key differences between these two prestigious appellations in the Rhône Valley and explore what makes them unique.

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Read more about the article Key information about the Hospices de Nuits-Saint-Georges auction
  • Post author:iDealwine
  • Post published:7 February 2025

Key information about the Hospices de Nuits-Saint-Georges auction

The Hospices de Nuits-Saint-Georges auction is fast approaching! Do you know its history and how it’s organised?

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Read more about the article CADGAL redefining Moscato d’Asti
  • Post author:iDealwine
  • Post published:31 January 2025

CADGAL redefining Moscato d’Asti

Known for its innovation, respect for tradition, and exceptional terroir, CADGAL is a key player in the Asti wine scene.

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Read more about the article Domaine des Hospices de Nuits-Saint-Georges: A unique model in the Côte de Nuits
  • Post author:iDealwine
  • Post published:31 January 2025

Domaine des Hospices de Nuits-Saint-Georges: A unique model in the Côte de Nuits

A winery that funds a hospital through the sale of its wines. Discover this unique concept in the Côte de Nuits.

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Read more about the article Snake Vintages for Lunar New Year
  • Post author:iDealwine
  • Post published:29 January 2025

Snake Vintages for Lunar New Year

As we start a Year of the Snake, here are wines from previous snake vintages to make your mouth water.

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Read more about the article December 2024 Auction Report | Fantastic end-of-year results for Champagne
  • Post author:iDealwine
  • Post published:24 January 2025

December 2024 Auction Report | Fantastic end-of-year results for Champagne

At the end of 2024, Champagne was a favourite for wine lovers, fetching high bids at auction, no matter the style.

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Read more about the article What was the 2020 French vintage like?
  • Post author:iDealwine
  • Post published:23 January 2025

What was the 2020 French vintage like?

We take you through iDealwine’s 2020 vintage ratings and notes for French regions.

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Read more about the article What is the Nuits-Saint-Georges appellation like?
  • Post author:iDealwine
  • Post published:16 January 2025

What is the Nuits-Saint-Georges appellation like?

A mosaic of terroirs, an expansive appellation… Jean-Marc Moron, manager of the Hospices de Nuits-Saint-Georges, shares his vision of the appellation.

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Read more about the article Fine Spirits Auction | The first batch of 2025
  • Post author:iDealwine
  • Post published:13 January 2025

Fine Spirits Auction | The first batch of 2025

Start 2025 off on the right foot with fabulous spirits!

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Read more about the article Everything you need to know about iDealwine delivery
  • Post author:iDealwine
  • Post published:10 January 2025

Everything you need to know about iDealwine delivery

We’re sure you know that iDealwine delivers to 40 countries but here we’re giving the low down on how to get wine delivered to your door, country by country.

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Read more about the article Savagnin, the grape that adds a touch of magic to your glass
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  • Post published:9 January 2025

Savagnin, the grape that adds a touch of magic to your glass

Let’s step off the beaten track and explore the world of Savagnin, a grape variety appreciated by lovers of Jura’s famous Vin Jaune, and a member of the Traminer family.

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