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Read more about the article Auction: the buyers’ premium is changing
  • Post author:iDealwine
  • Post published:23 August 2019

Auction: the buyers’ premium is changing

As iDealwine is constantly improving its service, the buyers’ premium changes from 18% excluding taxes to 19% excluding taxes, (22.8% including taxes) from the auctions ending on September 4th and 5th.

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Read more about the article Rhône | Highest-priced bottles of 2019 so far
  • Post author:iDealwine
  • Post published:21 August 2019

Rhône | Highest-priced bottles of 2019 so far

Our tour de France of the year’s most expensive bottles sold at auction takes us to the Rhône valley, where landmark years and collectable bottles are attracting most interest.

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Read more about the article Non-French wines | Highest-priced bottles of 2019 so far
  • Post author:iDealwine
  • Post published:21 August 2019

Non-French wines | Highest-priced bottles of 2019 so far

We travel to the four corners of the globe to discover which regions and wines attracted wine lovers most in the six months of 2019.

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Read more about the article Jean-Marc Burgaud : the unmissable Beaujolais
  • Post author:iDealwine
  • Post published:21 August 2019

Jean-Marc Burgaud : the unmissable Beaujolais

One of the greats Beaujolais, Jean-Marc Burgaud holds the secret of making both condensed and precise wines.

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Read more about the article Jura, Savoy, Alsace | iDealwine selection to explore those regions
  • Post author:iDealwine
  • Post published:20 August 2019

Jura, Savoy, Alsace | iDealwine selection to explore those regions

We highlight three regions: let’s explore our selection from Jura, Savoy and Alsace. We offer you a complimentary map of Alsace vineyards when you buy more than 6 bottles.

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Read more about the article A poke bowl pairing
  • Post author:iDealwine
  • Post published:16 August 2019

A poke bowl pairing

Move aside sushi, the latest trend to hit the food world is poke! iDealwine is on hand to answer that all-important question of wine pairing.

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Read more about the article South-West | 20 highest-priced bottles at auction this year so far
  • Post author:iDealwine
  • Post published:14 August 2019

South-West | 20 highest-priced bottles at auction this year so far

Our regional auction analysis takes us to the South-West, where mature vintages and large-format bottles have pride of place.

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Read more about the article Loire | Highest-priced wines at auction so far this year
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  • Post published:14 August 2019

Loire | Highest-priced wines at auction so far this year

We head to the Loire, to learn more about which bottles had wine lovers’ hearts racing this semester.

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Read more about the article Sniffing out wine faults
  • Post author:iDealwine
  • Post published:14 August 2019

Sniffing out wine faults

With careful consideration you choose a beautiful bottle from your cellar and pour a glass only to be greeted by a horrible smell or strange taste! Why?

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Read more about the article Beaujolais | Highest-priced bottles of 2019 so far
  • Post author:iDealwine
  • Post published:12 August 2019

Beaujolais | Highest-priced bottles of 2019 so far

Natural vinifications, cellaring wines, large formats... We analyse the best auction results of the semester from Beaujolais.

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Read more about the article The best of Bordeaux 2016, for cellaring or enjoying now
  • Post author:iDealwine
  • Post published:9 August 2019

The best of Bordeaux 2016, for cellaring or enjoying now

Is your cellar emptying as the months go by? Now’s the time to top up your cellar, with the superb 2016 offering from Bordeaux.

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Read more about the article Alsace | 20 highest-priced bottles of 2019 so far
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  • Post published:8 August 2019

Alsace | 20 highest-priced bottles of 2019 so far

We head to Alsace to discover the bottles that were most sought after in the first half of 2019.

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Read more about the article Camin Larredya | A conversation with Jean-Marc Grussaute
  • Post author:iDealwine
  • Post published:7 August 2019

Camin Larredya | A conversation with Jean-Marc Grussaute

Jean-Marc Grussaute, one of the Jurançon's finest winemakers, portrayed his passion and hard work in an interview with us. We tell you all!

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Read more about the article July auctions | Meursault Perrières, Jacky Truchot, Chinon from Charles Joguet
  • Post author:iDealwine
  • Post published:7 August 2019

July auctions | Meursault Perrières, Jacky Truchot, Chinon from Charles Joguet

We analyse the rare wines that made their mark on our July auctions. A foray into France’s finest vineyards.

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Read more about the article Bordeaux | Highest-priced bottles of 2019 so far
  • Post author:iDealwine
  • Post published:5 August 2019

Bordeaux | Highest-priced bottles of 2019 so far

The next in our semestrial rankings takes us to a region that remains a staple despite a downward trend: Bordeaux.

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Read more about the article Summer at iDealwine: will you be one of five winners of our Golden Ticket?
  • Post author:iDealwine
  • Post published:1 August 2019

Summer at iDealwine: will you be one of five winners of our Golden Ticket?

During the month of August, we will be slipping 5 Golden Tickets worth €150 into your packages. Will you be one of the lucky winners?

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Read more about the article Provence-Corsica | Highest-priced bottles of 2019 so far
  • Post author:iDealwine
  • Post published:31 July 2019

Provence-Corsica | Highest-priced bottles of 2019 so far

Our analysis of the semester’s auction results takes us to the Mediterranean. We look at the Provençal and Corsican bottles that made their mark on our auctions so far this year.

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Read more about the article iDealwine’s day at La Taille aux Loups
  • Post author:iDealwine
  • 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
  • Post author:iDealwine
  • 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
  • Post author:iDealwine
  • 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
  • Post author:iDealwine
  • 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
  • Post author:iDealwine
  • 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
  • Post author:iDealwine
  • 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
  • Post author:iDealwine
  • 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
  • Post author:iDealwine
  • 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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