Ben says
★ Good Wine “Picture perfect rosé colour wise, which is becoming quite the art to balance between lightly pink and not pink at all. The nose is subtle but driven by summer fruits and a little zest of Mediterranean orange. It’s equally light and refreshing on the palate. Pockets of interest are found in hints of dried strawberry or tangy pomegranate. It is simplicity done very well.”
KEY POINTS
Grenache, Cinsault and Rolle with 13.0% abv. Fermentation in stainless steel with lees ageing.
Grown in: Provence, FRANCE.
Food Pairing
Fresh rosés are great picnic partners but also pair well with fresh stir fries or light green salads.
Disclosure & Price
Tasted blind during a study session. Find in the UK regularly on offer at £15-£20 from a large number of retailers.
Reviewed and tasted: 06/12/2024
About the Producer
Château d’Esclans is in the heart of Provence, where the most famous modern rosé wines are produced – and its Whispering Angel brand is arguably the most famous rosé brand of all time. Sacha Lichine, who purchased the Château d’Esclans estate in 2006, created the Whispering Angel brand and has grown its vineyard holdings to 108 acres. LVMH took a majority stake in Château d’Esclans in 2019 for an undisclosed sum.
