COLOUR
Rosé
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2025
GRAPE
Grenache, Cinsault, Rolle, Syrah, Tibouren
PRODUCER
Château d'Esclans
REGION
Provence
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Light
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Medium - Long
Intensity
Medium
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Château d’Esclans, situated in the heart of Provence, was acquired by Sacha Lichine in 2006 with the revolutionary goal of creating world-class, premium rosés. Partnering with legendary winemaker Patrick Léon, Lichine introduced elite winemaking techniques to a category previously dismissed as simple. Whispering Angel, produced under the Caves d'Esclans négociant arm, quickly became a global phenomenon, driving a worldwide 'Rosé Renaissance.' The estate is now a partnership between Lichine and luxury group LVMH. The 20th Vintage Limited Edition celebrates two decades of this iconic bottling, which features the famous whispering cherubs inspired by a 19th-century chapel on the property.
ALCOHOL
13.0%
AVG. PRICE
€23
STYLE
Classic
VEGAN
YES
SULPHITES
When to drink
Now
Ideal temperature
8-12°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
The name Whispering Angel was inspired by a 19th-century chapel on the estate featuring a carving of two whispering cherubs.
Fact 02
It earned the affectionate nickname 'Hampton’s Water' due to its massive popularity in high-society coastal US summer culture.
Fact 03
Grapes are sorted using state-of-the-art optical eye cameras that screen and reject individual grapes based on size and color.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The winemaking process for Whispering Angel is designed to maximize freshness and avoid oxidation. Grapes are harvested primarily at night or dawn to maintain cool temperatures. Upon arrival at the winery, they undergo rigorous sorting, including the use of advanced optical eye sorting technology. The grapes are completely destemmed and softly crushed, then cooled to 7–8°C using a heat exchange system to prevent excessive color extraction. Fermentation takes place entirely in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks with no oak contact. To build mid-palate texture and creaminess, bâtonnage (lees stirring) is performed twice weekly. The wine is aged on its fine lees for three to four months before final blending and bottling.
