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En Primeur 2024: The Report

The 2024 vintage was shaped by moderate temperatures and wet conditions that brought the Atlantic’s influence over Bordeaux into sharp focus, and stands in marked contrast to the drought and heat of the previous two vintages. The lighter, more fragrant wines of 2024 are something of a refreshing change after the opulent, intensely-fruited releases of 2023 and 2022, and will definitely appeal to those who have enjoyed the slimmer silhouette and lower alcohol of the 2021 vintage.

The Best Trading Platform: Why Choose LiveTrade

Interested in buying and selling fine wine on market transforming trading platform, LiveTrade? The following guide tells you all you need to know.

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Liquid Gold: Fine Wine and Whisky as an Alternative Asset

Matthew O'Connell, CEO of LiveTrade and Head of Investment at Bordeaux Index, was recently interviewed for The Alternative Investor. In this article, he talks us through the investment potential of fine wine and whisky, as well as the revamped LiveTrade platform.

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An Interview with Vincent Chaperon, Chef de Cave at Dom Pérignon

Vincent Chaperon was made Chef de Cave at Dom Pérignon in 2019. We caught up with Vincent to discuss the release of the 2015 vintage: "intention is so important. Give the things you do an intention, and the wine will have direction."

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Understanding the Whisky Regions of Scotland

As the birthplace of Whisky, it's no surprise that Scotland is home to some of the finest and rarest distilleries on earth. There are over 120 active distilleries in Scotland spanning across 5 major whisky-making regions, let us give you a tour...

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