France’s 2024 harvest – Fewer grapes this year!
According to the French Minister for Agriculture, viticultural production is expected to be down by 18% this year. Let’s have a look at each region.
What are the (true) vintages of the century?
What are the standout French vintages to keep an eye out for?
For the Wine Geeks: 5 Wine Events You’ll Love this Autumn
From casual walkabout tastings to exclusive wine dinners in Michelin-starred restaurants. Wine geeks rejoice, there’s something that’s bound to quench your thirst!
Autumn food and wine pairing: Pic-saint-loup and quail with wild mushroom casserole
Warm up your autumn evenings with this delicious food and wine pairing from Constance.
A charity auction with lots donated by winemakers themselves
Take part in this auction! 33 magnificent lots have been donated by winemakers to support a foundation that help students.
September auctions: Lajibe, Dagueneau, Ganevat and Marie-Thérèse Chappaz steal the show
iDealwine's September auctions placed small producers in the spotlight.
Maison Verget | Two Belgians and their love for Burgundy
These partners in wine look after one of Burgundy's best merchant businesses.
The World’s Biggest Auction Houses – where does iDealwine stand?
Wine auctions are a small niche compared to the vast world of fine art auctions. Read where iDealwine ranks in this article.
Recipe of the week | Foraged (or not) mushroom risotto
Cook up an autumnal storm with this warming, Italian recipe.
5 Golden Rules for wine investment
Wine can cultivate a long legacy and has the potential to grow in value. Here, iDealwine shares its 5 golden rules for judicious wine investment.
Making Sangria from Petrus – the story that made headlines
Recently, a restaurant in Cannes made headlines for world’s most expensive sangria – it was mixed with €120,000 worth of Petrus.
Take me back! | The wines that will make you feel you’re still on holiday
Recreate those long summer lunches, relaxing around a table, enjoying your favourite hot-weather wines.
Should you decant your wine?
To decant or not to decant – that is the often controversial question. What is the best way to prepare your wine before serving?
Fine Spirits Auction For a Good Cause: 4 Lots We Love
A very special charity auction held during the Whisky Live spirits fair in Paris.
Grand Crus : Unveiling the Eight Wonders of Vosne-Romanée
Vosne-Romanée is the ultimate symbol of Burgundian elegance. Are you familiar with the eight grand crus of this prestigious appellation?
iDealwine will be bringing down the hammer at the Hospices de Nuits!
We are happy and proud to announce our new partnership with the Hospices de Nuits-Saint-Georges for their auction in March 2025.
Pessac-Léognan: Exceptional yet affordable Bordeaux wines
This AOC is fascinating on many levels, starting with accessibility, both in terms of its taste and its price.
Beef and pepper stir-fry with Elsa
This week’s instalment of the iDealwine team’s recipes (and wine pairings!) is a tasty noodle dish from Elsa.
Private Collection: When a Wine Merchant’s Cellar Goes Under the Hammer
Today, we give you exclusive access to some of the finest wines from a long-standing wine merchant’s collection…
Fine Spirits Auction – Masterpieces
FSA is back with an incredible mix of spirits and a charity auction.
Carmes Haut-Brion, Ogier, Yquem: iDealwine’s VIP Dinners in the heart of Bordeaux
As summer was warming up in France, several specially selected clients travelled to Bordeaux for an iDealwine VIP Dinner. We’ll tell you more!
August auctions: Languedoc steals the show
Discover Languedoc’s treasures which wine enthusiasts fought over in August on iDealwine: Grange des Pères, Bergerie de l’Arcade, Peyre Rose...
Bordeaux classifications: Which category does each château belong to?
You probably already know the 1855 classification, but do you know what estates are in that of Grave, Saint-Emilion, etc.?
Mooncakes by lantern-light | What is the Mid-Autumn Festival?
A festival of light and flavour, countries across East Asia celebrate when the moon is at its brightest.
Fine Spirits Auction charity auction: A weekend in the most luxurious Scottish castle
The next Fine Spirits Auction charity auction includes a once-in-a-lifetime lot – a weekend stay in Scotland’s grandest castle.
Languedoc | The iDealwine Guide
IGP, AOP, regional appellation, sub-region… What’s the secret to decoding Languedoc’s wine hierarchy?
The iDealwine Loyalty Programme – how does it work?
The iDealwine loyalty programme thanks customers for their support and is split into 3 groups: Privilège, Club iDéal and Quintessence.
Champagne Leclerc-Briant | Fizz afresh
What happens when a region rooted in age-old prestige gets a breath of fresh air?
Vitamin Sea | The Ultimate Guide to Pairing Wine with Fish & Seafood
We agree that seafood goes well with white wine, but the question is which white should it be?
Domaine AMI, flagbearer for Burgundy’s renaissance
Born out of the friendship between Paul Perarnau and Willy Roulendes, Domaine AMI breaks Burgundian rules.
Who are the people you talk to when consigning your wine with iDealwine?
Meet the people who respond to your estimation requests, offer advice about the market and organise auctions.