Whispering Angel Rose
Provence rose, pale as a ballet slipper, bone dry.
The story behind Whispering Angel
Whispering Angel comes out of Chateau d'Esclans, northeast of Saint-Tropez in the Cotes de Provence. Sacha Lichine bought the estate and launched the label in 2006, bringing in Patrick Leon, the winemaker behind years at Chateau Mouton Rothschild, to rethink what Provence rose could be. LVMH now holds a controlling 55 percent stake; Lichine keeps 45 and still runs the place.
The grapes are Grenache, Cinsault and Rolle, with Syrah and Mourvedre in some vintages. Fruit is picked at night, sorted optically, and fermented in stainless steel on fine lees, no oak, which is why it stays crisp instead of woody. We have poured it across this counter for years, and it still moves faster than anything else in the pink section.
Explore the Whispering Angel range
Six bottlings, from the 375mL starter to the 3L party format. The flagship 750mL is the one to keep cold.
| Expression | Type | Proof / ABV | Tasting notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Whispering Angel Rose 375mL | Still rose, Provence | 13% ABV | Half bottle, pale pink, red berries and citrus, dry finish |
| Whispering Angel Rose 750mL | Still rose, Provence | 13% ABV | Flagship, strawberry and peach, creamy bone dry close |
| Whispering Angel The Palm Rose 750mL | Still rose, Provence | 12.5% to 13% ABV | Entry label, light and approachable, easy everyday pour |
| Whispering Angel Rock Rose 750mL | Still rose, Provence | 13.5% ABV | More structured, partial oak, fuller body and texture |
| Whispering Angel Rose 1.5L | Still rose, Provence | 13% ABV | Magnum, same flagship wine, built for a table |
| Whispering Angel Rose 3L | Still rose, Provence | 13% ABV | Large format, pours for a crowd, keep it well chilled |
Which Whispering Angel is right for you?
The 375mL runs $18.99 and the 750mL is $20.99, which is the bottle most people walk out with. The Palm sits at $16.99 when we have it, Rock Angel at $31.99, the 1.5L magnum at $49.99 and the 3L at $139.99. Larger formats and the Palm and Rock labels come and go, so call the store at (631) 343-7200 before you drive over for one of those. The 750mL is on the shelf now.
One bottle, chilled, covers oysters, salad and whoever stops by.
Magnum on ice keeps a backyard table poured without constant refills.
Half bottle, no leftovers going flat in the door of the fridge.