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Read more about the article iDealwine’s day at La Taille aux Loups
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  • Post published:26 July 2019

iDealwine’s day at La Taille aux Loups

Last week, the iDealwine team escaped the Parisian heatwave and headed to the Loire, more precisely Jacky Blot’s Domaine de la Taille aux Loups.

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Read more about the article Grapes of wrath: how winemakers are adapting to climate change
  • Post author:iDealwine
  • Post published:25 July 2019

Grapes of wrath: how winemakers are adapting to climate change

With seasonal cycles disturbed and climate change worsening, winemakers are already seeking solutions to adapt to the climate of tomorrow. One solution is to introduce new, hardier grape varieties.

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Read more about the article Champagne | Highest-priced bottles of 2019 so far
  • Post author:iDealwine
  • Post published:22 July 2019

Champagne | Highest-priced bottles of 2019 so far

A look at our top selling Champagnes, featuring old vintages, rare wines, prestigious houses and giant bottles.

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Read more about the article Pick of the month | Alexis Mattei, Hong Kong intern
  • Post author:iDealwine
  • Post published:19 July 2019

Pick of the month | Alexis Mattei, Hong Kong intern

This week, Alexis tells us about his wine journey and shares his top picks from our selection of budget-friendly bottles.

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Read more about the article Domaine Antoine Arena, a leading light of Corsica
  • Post author:iDealwine
  • Post published:17 July 2019

Domaine Antoine Arena, a leading light of Corsica

Domain Arena is one of the finest ambassadors for Corsican wine. We delve deeper into this historic domain of the Patrimonio appellation.

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Read more about the article iDealwine auctions | A promising first half of 2019
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  • Post published:16 July 2019

iDealwine auctions | A promising first half of 2019

After a record year in 2018, iDealwine’s strong momentum continues in 2019, with a promising first semester. We look back at the last six months.

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Read more about the article The do’s and don’ts of transporting wine during summer
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  • Post published:10 July 2019

The do’s and don’ts of transporting wine during summer

The summer holidays are an opportunity for vineyard trips and to buy wines directly from the domain… We give you our tips for transporting wine during those hot, sunny days.

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Read more about the article Hiyu Wine Farm | Traditional polyculture in Oregon
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  • Post published:5 July 2019

Hiyu Wine Farm | Traditional polyculture in Oregon

Hiyu Wine Farm is inspired by ideas from biodynamics and permaculture, with vines, a market garden and farm animals. We take a closer look at this unique domain.

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Read more about the article Heatwave and effects on the vines
  • Post author:iDealwine
  • Post published:4 July 2019

Heatwave and effects on the vines

Last week, France saw an unprecedented heatwave for this time of year. While these high temperatures were welcomed by some producers, they can be disastrous for others.

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Read more about the article Jacques Lassaigne champagne, an insider’s dream
  • Post author:iDealwine
  • Post published:3 July 2019

Jacques Lassaigne champagne, an insider’s dream

Jacques Lassaigne champagnes are some of the finest in the region. We spoke with Emmanuel Lassaigne the talented winemaker and artisan behind this output.

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Read more about the article Domain Henri Boillot | Fine white wines from the Côte de Beaune
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  • Post published:25 June 2019

Domain Henri Boillot | Fine white wines from the Côte de Beaune

This renowned domain has been producing a remarkable range of prestigious crus on the finest terroirs since 1885.

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Read more about the article Aegerter | Accessibility and innovation in Burgundy
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  • Post published:25 June 2019

Aegerter | Accessibility and innovation in Burgundy

Follow us to Burgundy, where we present you the innovative and authentic work of this exemplary trading house.

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Read more about the article Le Grand Tasting by Bettane+Desseauve, Shanghai June 2019
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  • Post published:24 June 2019

Le Grand Tasting by Bettane+Desseauve, Shanghai June 2019

The Hong Kong team recently travelled to Shanghai to meet Chinese wine enthusiasts and take part in the Shanghai Grand Tasting, organized every year by Michel Bettane and Thierry Desseauve.

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Read more about the article Burgundian style in the heart of Provence
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  • Post published:20 June 2019

Burgundian style in the heart of Provence

Domaine de Triennes is a recent domain that has encountered success and recognition thanks to the quality of its wines and its unusual grape varieties.

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Read more about the article Albert Mann, biodynamics in Alsace
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  • Post published:19 June 2019

Albert Mann, biodynamics in Alsace

We recount the history and secrets of one of the most popular Alsatian domains in recent years.

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Read more about the article Blockchain | An app to authenticate and trace wines
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  • Post published:17 June 2019

Blockchain | An app to authenticate and trace wines

iDealwine has taken wine authentication one step further, by creating an app to authenticate and trace wines. Developed in partnership with Synvance, the app uses blockchain technology.

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Read more about the article The iDealwine Olympics | Our team battles it out at blind tasting
  • Post author:iDealwine
  • Post published:14 June 2019

The iDealwine Olympics | Our team battles it out at blind tasting

Last week, we held the first round of our blind tasting Olympics. A chance for the team to test their tasting skills: find out more here!

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Read more about the article May auctions | Auvenay, Domaine des Miroirs, Sine Qua Non
  • Post author:iDealwine
  • Post published:13 June 2019

May auctions | Auvenay, Domaine des Miroirs, Sine Qua Non

In France and abroad, collectable bottles and vintages are much sought after. We look back at these auctions, yet another ode to rarity…

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Read more about the article A first-class tasting in Luxembourg
  • Post author:iDealwine
  • Post published:13 June 2019

A first-class tasting in Luxembourg

Last week, iDealwine held its first ever tasting in Luxembourg, at the Château des Septfontaines. We tell you all about the evening, an event that surprised and delighted our taste buds.

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Read more about the article iDealwine’s rosé selection: food-friendly wines for summer sipping
  • Post author:iDealwine
  • Post published:12 June 2019

iDealwine’s rosé selection: food-friendly wines for summer sipping

A selection of top-quality rosés that includes the finest Marsannay, Sancerre, Tavel, Ventoux, Bandol, Palette, and Corsican wines, as well as great rosé champagnes…

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Read more about the article Domaine de Montcalmès | The rising star of Terrasses du Larzac
  • Post author:iDealwine
  • Post published:11 June 2019

Domaine de Montcalmès | The rising star of Terrasses du Larzac

In recent years, Domaine de Montcalmès has made a reputation for itself as a rising star of the Languedoc.

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Read more about the article iDealwine is lowering its shipping fees to Europe!
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  • Post published:5 June 2019

iDealwine is lowering its shipping fees to Europe!

If you were in need of good news, then today is your lucky day: we at iDealwine are delighted to be offering reduced delivery fees to countries throughout Europe. Read on to find out more…

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Read more about the article Domaine du Vieux Donjon, rare Châteauneuf
  • Post author:iDealwine
  • Post published:28 May 2019

Domaine du Vieux Donjon, rare Châteauneuf

Domaine du Vieux Donjon produces top Châteauneuf that is much in demand the world over . An ultra-rare wine in France: miss this at your peril.

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Read more about the article Robert Parker, the million-dollar nose, formally retires from the Wine Advocate
  • Post author:iDealwine
  • Post published:24 May 2019

Robert Parker, the million-dollar nose, formally retires from the Wine Advocate

Robert Parker, arguably the most influential wine critic in history, has formally retired from The Wine Advocate, 40 years after he founded the journal.

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Read more about the article Wine consumption, e-commerce: the latest figures
  • Post author:iDealwine
  • Post published:24 May 2019

Wine consumption, e-commerce: the latest figures

At Vinexpo last week, the IWSR (International Wine and Spirit Research) presented a study of the latest figures in the wine market. We tell you all you need to know 😊.

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Read more about the article BFM interview | Spring frost in the vines, investment opportunities in the Southern Rhône
  • Post author:iDealwine
  • Post published:17 May 2019

BFM interview | Spring frost in the vines, investment opportunities in the Southern Rhône

Angélique regularly appears on French TV channel BFM Business. This month, she spoke about the impact of frost on the price of wines and names to look out for in the Southern Rhône.

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Read more about the article Domain Castera | Memorable wines from the heart of the Jurançon
  • Post author:iDealwine
  • Post published:16 May 2019

Domain Castera | Memorable wines from the heart of the Jurançon

Jurançon is being given a new lease of life thanks to winemakers such as the Lihour family of Domain Castera.

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Read more about the article April auctions | Vega Sicilia, Mouton Rothschild, Comte de Champagne Taittinger
  • Post author:iDealwine
  • Post published:13 May 2019

April auctions | Vega Sicilia, Mouton Rothschild, Comte de Champagne Taittinger

We look back on our April auctions, which saw myriad collectors battling over iconic bottles.

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Read more about the article The iDealwine team’s favourite champagnes
  • Post author:iDealwine
  • Post published:10 May 2019

The iDealwine team’s favourite champagnes

Here’s a little inspiration from the team, with our top picks from the current champagne sale.

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Read more about the article Joseph Colin | Fine wines of the Côte de Beaune
  • Post author:iDealwine
  • Post published:9 May 2019

Joseph Colin | Fine wines of the Côte de Beaune

Portrait of a discrete producer of fine, crystalline and elegant Burgundy

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Read more about the article Jo Landron: marvelous Muscadet
  • Post author:iDealwine
  • Post published:7 May 2019

Jo Landron: marvelous Muscadet

Jo Landron has made a name for himself as one of the key figures in French winemaking.

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