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• Post author:iDealwine
• Post published:31 July 2017

iDealwine Masterclass in London City

Last week, iDealwine organised in collaboration with HEC Wine Club UK, a masterclass in the City centre of London. About thirty guests, mainly from the Parisian Business School, attended this event, at the top in terms of wines and height. Little summary of the evening, to make you (re)live the moment. Enjoy! Ideal setting in the City of London After taking a lift to the 16th floor, we arrived in the offices of the law firm Browne Jacobson offices, offering a wonderful view on the City towers. As the sun goes down on…

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• Post author:iDealwine
• Post published:30 July 2017

Guigal purchases Domaine de Nalys, in Châteauneuf-du-Pape 

As in any industry, transactions are usual for the wine sector. Guigal acquired Domaine de Nalys at the end of July. A new adventure for the family historically from northern Rhône which now turns towards the southern part, starting with a prestigious name: Châteauneuf-du-Pape. The wines from Châteauneuf-du-Pape are known worldwide and this may arouse certain interests. Consequence: at the end of July 2017, Guigal announced purchasing Domaine de Nalys from Groupama, which owned it since 1975. This acquisition enables Guigal, historically based in Ampuis, to conquer the South of the region, where it…

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• Post author:iDealwine
• Post published:27 July 2017

Jadot purchases a nice domain from Santenay

Louis Jadot, one of the great Burgundy producers, has just acquired the Domaine Prieur-Brunet, a vineyard of 18 hectares spread over prestigious appellations from Côte de Beaune:  great addition to Jadot, already present in nearly 130 appellations of Burgundy. The famous Louis Jadot house, anchored in Beaune, with a 225-hectare vineyard from Côte-d'Or, Mâconnais and Beaujolais, extends its wine portfolio in Santenay, by purchasing Prieur-Brunet. This family property was created in 1804 by Claude and Jean Prieur. It was still family owned until today, managed by Dominique Prieur and her son Guillaume, representing…

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• Post author:iDealwine
• Post published:27 July 2017

Top 20 of Rhône wines

During the first half of 2017, wines from the Rhône represented 13% of the volumes sold at auction on iDealwine. Here are the TOP 20 cuvées which have recorded the highest price rises since the beginning of the year. The Rhône is the first stop of this "Tour de France" of great domains. After an eclipse in the auction market, due partly to soaring prices on great Burgundy wines, Rhône wines are gradually regaining the front of the scenes. The WineDex® Rhône indices, fueled in particular by US demand, recorded an increase of…

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• Post author:iDealwine
• Post published:26 July 2017

The 50 most expensive lots and wines sold at auction – 1st half-year 2017

The French public auction regulation authority, the CVV (Conseil des ventes volontaires), has recently ranked iDealwine first French auction house. It is now time for us to reveal the 50 most expensive lots and bottles sold at auction. Brief description of this (very) positive report. Since 1st January, 14 auctions took place on iDealwine platform, with more than 56,000 bottles sold. During these six months, not only have Bordeaux and Burgundy concentrated the largest volume of auctions (68% of the lots sold), but they both literally won the highest bids, with Bordeaux in…

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• Post author:iDealwine
• Post published:25 July 2017

May de Lencquesaing receives Lifetime Achievement Award from IWC

Honouring a career spanning over 40 years, May de Lencquesaing, ‘Grande Dame’ of Glenelly Wine Estate in Stellenbosch, shareholder of iDealwine and former owner of Pichon Longueville de Lalande, has been awarded the Lifetime Achievement Award at this year’s International Wine Challenge (IWC). The IWC Lifetime Achievement Award honours a person within the trade who has shown dedication and commitment, and has made a significant difference to the global wine industry. Now in its 34th year, the IWC is widely regarded as one of the world’s finest and most meticulously judged wine competitions. The…

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• Post author:iDealwine
• Post published:20 July 2017

The gourmet union of Robert Parker’s Wine Advocate and Michelin

After Trump’s visit last week in Paris for Bastille Day, another hot French-American topic hits the headlines, this time in the wine business: the French Michelin Guide has taken over 40% of the capital of Robert Parker’s very famous American wine critic company, Robert Parker's Wine Advocate (RPWA). Robert Parker long found it was regrettable that wine and gastronomy were dissociated by specialized critics. However, beginning of July, the purchase of 40% of RPWA’s capital by Michelin demonstrates that these two worlds are made to work together. As a reminder, the American critic…

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• Post author:iDealwine
• Post published:17 July 2017

Leroy cuvées, Europe and Asia fight over them | Auction report

The online auction on iDealwine, closed on 28th June, saw many wines from Domaine Leroy record significant price increases, reaching sometimes exorbitant levels. Domaine Leroy, from Côte-de-Nuits, regularly hits the headlines of our auction reports, with continuous rising prices for these sought-after wines around the world. Once again, during the iDealwine auction, which closed on 28th June, bottles vinified by the famous Lalou Bize-Leroy kindled the lust of French, British and Hong Kong enthusiasts, who didn’t hesitate to increase prices well above iDealwine’s estimates. Domaine Leroy, created in the late 1980s by the…

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• Post author:iDealwine
• Post published:15 July 2017

WineDex®: increase of 5,25% for iDealwine’s indices during 2017 first semester

iDealwine's iDealwine indices recorded moderate but steady growth in the first half of the year, with their increasing performance of 5.25% at the end of June 2017. Analysis. The iDealwine indices measure the price fluctuations of a selection of top Bordeaux, Burgundy and Rhône wines at auction. These indicators are calculated from the iDealwine auction price estimates, and each of the wines included in the iDealwine indiceselection are declined in the 10 most recent vintages available at auction (currently 2003-2012). Unsurprisingly, iDealwine indices recorded moderate growth during the first half of the year,…

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• Post author:iDealwine
• Post published:13 July 2017

2017 first half: already more than 56,000 bottles auctioned on iDealwine

In a market still dominated by Bordeaux and Burgundy Grands Crus, iDealwine sold during this year’s first semester 56,020 bottles (i.e more than 23,000 lots) at auction. Sellers can rub their hands: over the entire period more than 90% of the bottles were sold. During the past months, fine trends have emerged, bringing a breath of fresh air in this sector traditionally amateur of renowned classic names. Between 1st January and 30th June 2017, the iDealwine platform saw more than 23,000 lots (23,679 more precisely) change hands during the 14 online auctions held…

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• Post author:iDealwine
• Post published:11 July 2017

The end of customs duties for European wine imports to Japan?

  The European Union and Japan signed a free trade agreement on Thursday 6th July, which includes the abolition of customs duties on French wine imports to Japan. A very promising agreement for the sector. Last Thursday at the Viticulture Congress, European Agriculture Commissioner Phil Hogan announced that "The European Union and Japan today signed a free trade agreement, which is extremely positive for our food sector. And more particularly for wines, which will be imported without tariffs ". This agreement will be effective from 2018 and is expected to save €145 million…

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• Post author:iDealwine
• Post published:10 July 2017

iDealwine secures its position as the leading French wine auction house

The French public auction regulation authority, the CVV (Conseil des ventes volontaires), has recently published its annual activity report for 2016. The wine auction market showed good growth (+12%) and for the 3rd consecutive year, iDealwine ranked first, accounting now for a quarter of total wine sales. A great recognition for our global platform, which gathers buyers from more than 55 countries. Wine auction, a healthy niche market The CVV just presented its activity report for 2016 auctions. After a very slight increase (+3%) in 2015, the "wine and spirits" category accelerated its…

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• Post author:iDealwine
• Post published:7 July 2017

Sparkling wines: global trends and challenges

Since 2009, we can observe an increasing worldwide production of sparkling wines, with 24.1 million hectolitres produced in 2016. With 86% of the world production, Europe is from far the leader. Italy holds the first position (22%), followed closely by France (19%), Germany (15%), Spain (12%), Russia (10%) and the USA (6%). Although, more and more sparkling wines come from the New World, with an increased 30% volume over the past 7 years. Moreover, Italy and England have a growing production in 2016, conversely to France who is stable and Spain decreasing. 83%…

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• Post author:iDealwine
• Post published:30 June 2017

Nightlife at Vinexpo

Vinexpo is an ideal place for professional meetings, although in the evening, Bordeaux and the neighbouring vineyards switch to a much more relaxed and festive mode, with receptions organised from the Haut-Medoc to Saint-Emilion. Here are a few of the highlights that iDealwine team could enjoy. Le Chapon Fin as appetiser In Bordeaux, Marie-Stéphane Malbec (from the PR company Lettres de Château) organised a dinner around several domains in the historical setting of iconic restaurant Le Chapon Fin, owned by Sylvie Cazes, also director of the Cité du Vin. Besides, the aromatic rosé…

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• Post author:iDealwine
• Post published:28 June 2017

Vinexpo 2017: Bordeaux, irreplaceable setting for the wine sector

Vinexpo, the long established Bordeaux wine-and-spirit trade fair ended on 21st June on a successful note. iDealwine team represented by Cyrille Jomand, Angélique de Lencquesaing and Raphaël de Fonscolombe, covered the event with a packed schedule full of meetings and interesting exchanges. For the 19th edition, Bordeaux reaffirmed its position as the world capital for fine wines, gathering the main actors of the wine scene for four intense and exciting days. During this event, which takes place every other year in Bordeaux, the city, in all its finery, welcomes visitors from all over…

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• Post author:iDealwine
• Post published:28 June 2017

Clos Rougeard has officially been purchased by the Bouygues brothers

Martin and Olivier Bouygues confirmed purchasing Clos Rougeard, a mythical domain from the Loire. This announcement was highly awaited, as the Revue du Vin de France reported negotiations beginning of January. A new chapter for French vineyard history. Vines that have never seen any inputs Clos Rougeard is an 11-hectare domain located in Chacé a few kilometers away from Saumur. Its reputation was built on the wonderful work accomplished by the Foucault brothers: Jean-Louis (also known as "Charly") and Bernard (aka "Nady"), the 8th generation of vine growers settled on this great Saumur-Champigny…

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• Post author:iDealwine
• Post published:27 June 2017

Meursault Premier Cru Les Perrières booming | Auction report

The latest online auction on iDealwine which closed on 14th June, offered many Meursault Premier Cru Les Perrières from the most beautiful domains: Coche-Dury, Roulot, Domaine des Comtes Lafon, Pierre Morey and Vincent Dancer. These bottles widely grab the attention of bidders around the world and some prices soar significantly. Most of the lucky bidders were French, American and from Hong Kong. It is important to say that this premier cru from Meursault is one of the greatest white wines from Burgundy, its climate is so qualitative and sought after that it is…

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• Post author:iDealwine
• Post published:23 June 2017

French vineyard market: rising prices in 2016

The FNSafer has just published its long-awaited annual report on the French vineyard market prices. Here is a brief summary of figures and analysed trends for 2016. The FNSafer (National Federation of Land Development and Rural Settlement Companies) is a French association for rural properties allowing farmers to start in the rural, artisanal, agricultural or environmental sector by guiding them in the management of their project and providing them the requested tools and analysis. The report features a detailed analysis of the vineyard market. However, vineyards transaction specialist caution readers about the accuracy…

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• Post author:iDealwine
• Post published:20 June 2017

Left Bank Bordeaux Cup: EMLyon Business School secures its title

As the excitement began to climb throughout the Bordeaux region in preparation for Vinexpo, the Commanderie du Bontemps organized on 16th June, in the den of Lafite-Rothschild, the final of its prestigious Left Bank Bordeaux Cup. The best tasting clubs from America, Europe and Asia were present. The EMLyon Business School won for the second time in a row, an historical performance!   Since 2002, the Commanderie du Bontemps organizes an important student wine tasting contest around classified growths from the Médoc, Sauternes, Barsac and Graves. Several schools from around the world were…

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• Post author:iDealwine
• Post published:15 June 2017

When Brexit becomes a wine issue or an opportunity  

The UK has always been one of the major players for world wine imports. Indeed wine consumption accounts for more than one-third of UK alcohol consumption in volume. French wine exportations to England go back a long time ago. During the XIIth century, Bordeaux region was British and thanks to maritime paths many barrels were exported to England. Brits have always enjoyed drinking fine wine and especially French. Brexit may have consequences on this historical pleasure.     The impact of Brexit on wine trade From a macroeconomic point of view, Brexit will…

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• Post author:iDealwine
• Post published:13 June 2017

Private collection: 100% lots sold, +30% on prices

The auction on iDealwine of the private collection of a young Luxembourg wine enthusiast ended on a successful note: 100% of the lots sold and 30% increase compared to the reserve price, equivalent to the low estimate. The quality and rarity of the wines featured have attracted amateurs’ lust from all over the world. Zoom on an exceptional collection. On 31st May ended the auction of the exceptional and atypical cellar of a young amateur, who started his collection when he was only 17 years old. Guided by his passion and intuition, he…

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• Post author:iDealwine
• Post published:7 June 2017

First iDealwine Masterclass in Hong Kong

Taking advantage of our presence in Asia for the first edition of ProWine Hong Kong, we organized a series of dinners, tastings and iDealwine first masterclass in the region. In the wake of the success of previous masterclasses in Paris and London, we organized this one in partnership with The Drinks Business, world’s leading wine trade publication and a long term partner of iDealwine. We are already planning more of them towards the end of this year in Brussels and Singapore.   Hong Kong, a sophisticated market and a great opportunity for iDealwine…

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• Post author:iDealwine
• Post published:6 June 2017

Jayer, Mouton, Côte-Rôtie and Sancerre at the top | Auction report

The auction closed on 24th May offered once again a variety of appellations, domains and vintages that only iDealwine can propose with such regularity (at least twice a month). Amateurs have flushed out treasures from all over the vineyard and whatever the region, due notably to the large diversity of buyers originating from more than 50 countries around the world. This sale demonstrates the renewed interest for lesser vintages of Mouton Rothschild, probably supported by a few wine collectors who are completing their vertical collections. Indeed, verticals of this first classified growth from…

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• Post author:iDealwine
• Post published:25 May 2017

The “Pope of Condrieu” dies

The wine industry was  recently saddened to learn of the death of Georges Vernay. Fondly known as the “Pope of Condrieu” he was a tireless advocate of the Viognier grape and fought throughout his life to promote wines from a village abandoned by producers after the war. “I preferred the wines from the slopes to those from the plains which I thought were mediocre” Georges Vernay stated last November. It wasn’t that long ago in fact that wine from the Rhône Valley was sold in bulk, and producers in the Côte-Rôtie and Condrieu…

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• Post author:iDealwine
• Post published:24 May 2017

Maison Albert Bichot: United in Diversity

Maison Albert Bichot was founded in 1831. Over the years the company has developed and expanded considerably to become one of Burgundy's most prestigious winemakers. Much of its success can be attributed to the philosophy of Albéric Bichot. Somewhat echoing the motto of the European Union, he firmly believes that that each of his wine estates should keep to a human scale and have autonomy: in varietate concordia!   On Monday, 15th May, the whole iDealwine team enjoyed a day trip to Burgundy. Maison Albert Bichot kindly welcomed us to show us around…

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• Post author:iDealwine
• Post published:18 May 2017

Domaine Leroy shines in Asia | Auction report

The sale on 10 May offered a collection of truly exceptional grands crus from Domaine Leroy and its white wine counterpart, Domaine Auvenay. It came as no surprise that prices for the wines, which were mostly acquired by Asian buyers, scaled new heights. Domaine Leroy has long been renowned for the larger-than-life personality of its owner Lalou Bize-Leroy, a passionate exponent of biodynamic winemaking. Her scarce wines are already commanding premium ex-domaine prices and are virtually unobtainable on the secondary market, hence the exceptional nature of this sale with a group of approximately…

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• Post author:iDealwine
• Post published:16 May 2017

iDealwine user guide: paying for orders and storage

iDealwine is now outsourcing wine storage and sales logistics and so payment terms and conditions will therefore be changing. See below for further details about payment deadlines, storage and grouped orders. It will not have escaped your attention that business is booming at iDealwine: with new cellars coming up for auction, themed fixed-price sales (foreign wines, regional sales, sparkling wines) and mature fixed-price sales (bought from private cellars), volumes are soaring! Buyers from over 50 countries are logging on and bidding against each other daily on the site. Sales increased by more than 20%…

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• Post published:15 May 2017

Bordeaux in the spotlight | Auction report

Wine lovers have been quick to acknowledge and praise the diversity of the Bordeaux wines offered for auction at our sale on 10th May. Let's take a look at some of the main trends we've been seeing in this region. No fewer than 800 lots of Bordeaux grands crus changed hands at iDealwine's online auction on 10th May. And there was some fascinating bidding for wines from both sides of the river: naturally, Petrus was the focus of everyone's attention, particularly in an ultra-rare smaller bottle size which – as far as iDealwine…

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• Post author:iDealwine
• Post published:14 May 2017

April WineDex® indices boosted by the Rhône and Burgundy

Despite a slight slow-down in April, the Rhône Valley has been boosting performance on the iDealwine iDealwine indiceindex for the last year. However, Burgundy has been coming up on the inside track since early 2017. Let’s take a look at the facts. While the CAC 40 has bounced back after the highs and lows of early 2016, prices on iDealwine indices have risen by 6.93% over the last 12 months. This rise has primarily been boosted by the recovery staged by Rhône Valley wines. Spurned for a long time by wine enthusiasts in…

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• Post author:iDealwine
• Post published:10 May 2017

Jura booming | Auction report

iDealwine's online auction ending on 26th April featured something special: an entire catalogue devoted to wines from France's Jura region. It was a first for a region whose wines had previously attracted the interest of a well-informed but select clientèle. Let's take a closer look at what happened. Jura has been enjoying a boost in connoisseurs' interest for a few months now. Having long been enjoyed by a clientèle of discerning wine lovers, its target market has gradually expanded thanks to the effects of globalisation and the speed at which news now travels.…

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• Post author:iDealwine
• Post published:5 May 2017

New ways to manage the sale of your wines

As you know, iDealwine is THE place to sell your wines. As well as helping you throughout this process, we have introduced some tools to make tracking and accessing the results of your sales easier. To find out more about the new features our web team has introduced, read on. To sell your wines as efficiently as possible, and for the best price, iDealwine has already introduced wine listings to help you estimate the value of a bottle, a free estimates service and tools for creating and managing a virtual wine cellar. As…

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