Welcome to Le blog iDealwine   Click to listen highlighted text! Welcome to Le blog iDealwine
Skip to content
  • BUY / SELL
    • Online auctions
    • Fixed-price sales
    • Estimate and sell
    • Understand iDealwine
  • Wine Market
    • Auction report
    • Hot news & trends
  • ABOUT WINE
    • In the vineyard
    • Food pairings
    • Enjoying wine
    • Wine Events
  • SPIRITS
    • Enjoying spirits
    • Spirit auctions
  • E-shop
Menu Close
  • BUY / SELL
    • Online auctions
    • Fixed-price sales
    • Estimate and sell
    • Understand iDealwine
  • Wine Market
    • Auction report
    • Hot news & trends
  • ABOUT WINE
    • In the vineyard
    • Food pairings
    • Enjoying wine
    • Wine Events
  • SPIRITS
    • Enjoying spirits
    • Spirit auctions
  • E-shop
Le Blog iDealwine The fine wine expert

Recent Posts

Read more about the article NEW | The iDealwine gift card
  • Post author:iDealwine
  • Post published:7 January 2019

NEW | The iDealwine gift card

Our much-awaited gift card is finally here! If you’re struggling to find the right wine for a connoisseur, the iDealwine gift card is the ideal solution!

Continue ReadingNEW | The iDealwine gift card
Read more about the article Our one-stop guide to the WSET Level 3 exam
  • Post author:iDealwine
  • Post published:4 January 2019

Our one-stop guide to the WSET Level 3 exam

Here at iDealwine, we are always looking for new opportunities to learn more about wine. Constance tells us about her WSET Level 3 exam.

Continue ReadingOur one-stop guide to the WSET Level 3 exam
Read more about the article iDealwine looks back on 2018 and our plans for 2019
  • Post author:iDealwine
  • Post published:3 January 2019

iDealwine looks back on 2018 and our plans for 2019

We reflect on the events which marked the past year, and what’s in the pipeline for the year ahead.

Continue ReadingiDealwine looks back on 2018 and our plans for 2019
Read more about the article Domaine Gourt de Mautens: rarity, ‘complantation’ and biodynamics, the keys to success
  • Post author:iDealwine
  • Post published:27 December 2018

Domaine Gourt de Mautens: rarity, ‘complantation’ and biodynamics, the keys to success

Allow Jérôme Bressy from Domaine Gourt de Mautens tell you about his wines and work.

Continue ReadingDomaine Gourt de Mautens: rarity, ‘complantation’ and biodynamics, the keys to success
Read more about the article A tour of Champagne house Jacquesson
  • Post author:iDealwine
  • Post published:18 December 2018

A tour of Champagne house Jacquesson

The Jacquesson house is incontestably one of the best signatures in Champagne. The story of how they started is unusual: that of a Champagne house turned winemaker.

Continue ReadingA tour of Champagne house Jacquesson
Read more about the article Christmas & New Year’s Eve Meals – some out of the ordinary food and wine pairings
  • Post author:iDealwine
  • Post published:18 December 2018

Christmas & New Year’s Eve Meals – some out of the ordinary food and wine pairings

During the festive period, we often fall back on classic dishes such as oysters, foie gras, turkey and game. This year, why not try something different?

Continue ReadingChristmas & New Year’s Eve Meals – some out of the ordinary food and wine pairings
Read more about the article Cover crops: Why do some winemakers let grass grow between the vines?
  • Post author:iDealwine
  • Post published:14 December 2018

Cover crops: Why do some winemakers let grass grow between the vines?

Ever noticed grass and flowers growing amongst the vines when passing beautiful vineyards? It’s not just for aesthetics! We explain all…

Continue ReadingCover crops: Why do some winemakers let grass grow between the vines?
Read more about the article Auction report | Coche-Dury, Mouton Rothschild, Cornas, Dagueneau, Selosse in the TOP 5
  • Post author:iDealwine
  • Post published:11 December 2018

Auction report | Coche-Dury, Mouton Rothschild, Cornas, Dagueneau, Selosse in the TOP 5

Coche-Dury Chardonnays dominated the November auctions, with other references following closely behind. Discover the TOP 5 stars of last month’s auctions.

Continue ReadingAuction report | Coche-Dury, Mouton Rothschild, Cornas, Dagueneau, Selosse in the TOP 5
Read more about the article Special Christmas sale: wines, spirits and gifts
  • Post author:iDealwine
  • Post published:10 December 2018

Special Christmas sale: wines, spirits and gifts

Enter the Aladdin’s cave of Christmas wines that is iDealwine. Whatever you’re looking for, rest assured we have it!

Continue ReadingSpecial Christmas sale: wines, spirits and gifts
Read more about the article 5 Christmas gift ideas for wine lovers
  • Post author:iDealwine
  • Post published:7 December 2018

5 Christmas gift ideas for wine lovers

Astrid and Guénola, from our customer services department, share their Christmas gift recommendations.

Continue Reading5 Christmas gift ideas for wine lovers
Read more about the article Charity auction – Bordeaux Tasting: large bottles of Saint-Julien
  • Post author:iDealwine
  • Post published:4 December 2018

Charity auction – Bordeaux Tasting: large bottles of Saint-Julien

A charity auction will take place as part of the 2018 Bordeaux Tasting event, with the finest properties in the Saint-Julien appellation offering large format bottles.

Continue ReadingCharity auction – Bordeaux Tasting: large bottles of Saint-Julien
Read more about the article Maison Albert Bichot goes organic
  • Post author:iDealwine
  • Post published:29 November 2018

Maison Albert Bichot goes organic

From the 2018 vintage, all wines from Maison Albert Bichot’s domains in the Côte d’Or and Mercurey will show organic certification on their labels.

Continue ReadingMaison Albert Bichot goes organic
Read more about the article Loire wines: Which bottle to choose with your meal?
  • Post author:iDealwine
  • Post published:29 November 2018

Loire wines: Which bottle to choose with your meal?

The Loire winemaking region produces a wide variety of both red and white wines, making it quite the treat for food and wine pairing experts!

Continue ReadingLoire wines: Which bottle to choose with your meal?
Read more about the article Analysis of Hospices de Beaune auction results. Interview with Angélique de Lencquesaing on BFM Business
  • Post author:iDealwine
  • Post published:28 November 2018

Analysis of Hospices de Beaune auction results. Interview with Angélique de Lencquesaing on BFM Business

Angélique's analysis of the trends observed in this sale and more generally, its impact on the Burgundy fine wine market.

Continue ReadingAnalysis of Hospices de Beaune auction results. Interview with Angélique de Lencquesaing on BFM Business
Read more about the article Château Clarke: the freshness and terroir of the Right Bank…in the Médoc
  • Post author:iDealwine
  • Post published:27 November 2018

Château Clarke: the freshness and terroir of the Right Bank…in the Médoc

This week, iDealwine is proud to surprise you with a stunning Bordeaux domain, whose history stretches back for centuries.

Continue ReadingChâteau Clarke: the freshness and terroir of the Right Bank…in the Médoc
Read more about the article DRC co-director Henry-Frédéric Roch dies aged 56
  • Post author:iDealwine
  • Post published:22 November 2018

DRC co-director Henry-Frédéric Roch dies aged 56

Henri-Frédéric Roch, the co-director of Domaine de la Romanée-Conti and owner of Domaine Prieuré-Roch has passed away at the age of 56.

Continue ReadingDRC co-director Henry-Frédéric Roch dies aged 56
Read more about the article iDealwine at the Hong Kong Wine Fair 2018: a summary of the wine market
  • Post author:iDealwine
  • Post published:21 November 2018

iDealwine at the Hong Kong Wine Fair 2018: a summary of the wine market

Year in year out, the knowledge of Hong Kong oenophiles never ceases to amaze us.

Continue ReadingiDealwine at the Hong Kong Wine Fair 2018: a summary of the wine market
Read more about the article NEW: the iDealwine shopping basket, the site’s latest transformation, and an interview with Laurent Amiel, Web Manager
  • Post author:iDealwine
  • Post published:20 November 2018

NEW: the iDealwine shopping basket, the site’s latest transformation, and an interview with Laurent Amiel, Web Manager

Laurent, Web Manager at iDealwine, tells us about the introduction of a basket for fixed-price purchases on the website.

Continue ReadingNEW: the iDealwine shopping basket, the site’s latest transformation, and an interview with Laurent Amiel, Web Manager
Read more about the article Private collection: 1955-2012 vertical of Mouton Rothschild and much more
  • Post author:iDealwine
  • Post published:19 November 2018

Private collection: 1955-2012 vertical of Mouton Rothschild and much more

This connoisseur has visited some of the best vineyards in the world. In his cellar – the stuff of dreams – sublime Bordeaux Grands Crus, DRC, Opus One, Vega Sicilia and much more await your bids.

Continue ReadingPrivate collection: 1955-2012 vertical of Mouton Rothschild and much more
Read more about the article Wine tasting: iDealwine’s favourite wines from the Rhone, Loire and Jura
  • Post author:iDealwine
  • Post published:15 November 2018

Wine tasting: iDealwine’s favourite wines from the Rhone, Loire and Jura

Last Monday, the iDealwine team stopped by three wine tastings: wines from the Rhone, the Loire and Jura. Read about our favourite bottles.

Continue ReadingWine tasting: iDealwine’s favourite wines from the Rhone, Loire and Jura
Read more about the article Grace Halligan’s (International Development Assistant at iDealwine) pick of the month
  • Post author:iDealwine
  • Post published:15 November 2018

Grace Halligan’s (International Development Assistant at iDealwine) pick of the month

Get to know Grace’s tastes and top picks, and some inspiration for those looking for off-the-beaten-track wines!

Continue ReadingGrace Halligan’s (International Development Assistant at iDealwine) pick of the month
Read more about the article Paris is crowned the world’s leading wine consumer city
  • Post author:iDealwine
  • Post published:14 November 2018

Paris is crowned the world’s leading wine consumer city

At 709 million bottles a year, the City of Lights is a beacon for worldwide wine consumption.

Continue ReadingParis is crowned the world’s leading wine consumer city
Read more about the article Successful auctions: Mouton Rothschild, Leroy, Rayas, Joguet…
  • Post author:iDealwine
  • Post published:13 November 2018

Successful auctions: Mouton Rothschild, Leroy, Rayas, Joguet…

Auction report: in all regions, October’s excellent results herald a brilliant end to the year.

Continue ReadingSuccessful auctions: Mouton Rothschild, Leroy, Rayas, Joguet…
Read more about the article Tasting Champagnes from Domaine R. Pouillon & fils
  • Post author:iDealwine
  • Post published:9 November 2018

Tasting Champagnes from Domaine R. Pouillon & fils

The iDealwine team recently tasted cuvées from domain Pouillon, a rising star in the Champagne region.

Continue ReadingTasting Champagnes from Domaine R. Pouillon & fils
Read more about the article 2018 Vintage: no first wine from Château Guiraud
  • Post author:iDealwine
  • Post published:8 November 2018

2018 Vintage: no first wine from Château Guiraud

It’s official: Château Guiraud will not be producing its first wine in 2018, as the damage caused by the hail was too severe.

Continue Reading2018 Vintage: no first wine from Château Guiraud
Read more about the article iDealwine at the Decanter Fine Wine Encounter
  • Post author:iDealwine
  • Post published:7 November 2018

iDealwine at the Decanter Fine Wine Encounter

Last weekend’s Decanter Fine Wine Encounter was the perfect opportunity for us to share some of our favourite wines with London-based oenophiles. Find a brief recap of the event here.

Continue ReadingiDealwine at the Decanter Fine Wine Encounter
Read more about the article From methuselahs to nabuchodonosors…but where do these names come from?
  • Post author:iDealwine
  • Post published:30 October 2018

From methuselahs to nabuchodonosors…but where do these names come from?

Oenophiles love offering their favourite wines in large formats, but while the magnum is very well known, other large bottles can have somewhat more complicated names.

Continue ReadingFrom methuselahs to nabuchodonosors…but where do these names come from?
Read more about the article Hidden treasures: Maison Louis Latour’s old vintages
  • Post author:iDealwine
  • Post published:30 October 2018

Hidden treasures: Maison Louis Latour’s old vintages

Recap of an exceptional vertical tasting of old vintages from Maison Louis Latour, 2nd July 2018.

Continue ReadingHidden treasures: Maison Louis Latour’s old vintages
Read more about the article Château Climens: elegance and finesse in Sauternes
  • Post author:iDealwine
  • Post published:25 October 2018

Château Climens: elegance and finesse in Sauternes

Dubbed the “Lord of Barsac”, Château Climens produces dessert wines of legendary complexity and elegance.

Continue ReadingChâteau Climens: elegance and finesse in Sauternes
Read more about the article 2018 vintage: a tour de France of this year’s harvest
  • Post author:iDealwine
  • Post published:24 October 2018

2018 vintage: a tour de France of this year’s harvest

As the harvests draw to a close, we divulge what we know about the 2018 vintage so far, region by region.

Continue Reading2018 vintage: a tour de France of this year’s harvest
Read more about the article Champagne Agrapart & Fils: the many facets of Chardonnay
  • Post author:iDealwine
  • Post published:23 October 2018

Champagne Agrapart & Fils: the many facets of Chardonnay

Introducing our new champagne allocation: the prestigious champagnes from Agrapart.

Continue ReadingChampagne Agrapart & Fils: the many facets of Chardonnay
  • Go to the previous page
  • 1
  • …
  • 42
  • 43
  • 44
  • 45
  • 46
  • 47
  • 48
  • …
  • 55
  • Go to the next page

Sendinblue Newsletter

loader
equipe-idw

I agree with the terms and conditions

Our 3 must-read articles

- 10 of iDealwine’s big news stories from 2023

- I adore Raveneau but what other Chablis wines might I like?

- Bubblicious treats from iDealwine: 5 Champagne estates that only connoisseurs know

See you on our website


iDealwine © 2023 / Follow us on

Footer nav

  • Home
  • Access iDealwine.com
  • Contact
  • Buy
Copyright - WordPress Theme by OceanWP
Click to listen highlighted text!