Whispering Angel 2025 is the iconic rosé from Château d’Esclans and is considered a global benchmark within Côtes de Provence. What makes Whispering Angel so influential? Twenty years ago, Sacha Lichine initiated the modern rosé revolution with this wine, giving Provence rosé a new quality image internationally.
This 2025 vintage comes from the Côtes de Provence and is produced with a focus on freshness, precision, and pure fruit expression.
The wine comes from the Côtes de Provence, where clay and limestone soils provide balance and structure.
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Côtes de Provence, France: leading rosé region.
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Clay and limestone soils: contribute to freshness and tension.
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Alcohol percentage 13%: balance between ripeness and vibrancy.
This combination yields a rosé with both elegance and energy.
Grenache – Cinsault – Rolle – Syrah, Provence
Grenache and Cinsault provide fresh red fruit and finesse, Rolle brings aromatic tension, and Syrah adds structure.
Harvest takes place at night to preserve freshness. The grapes are optically sorted, after which fermentation and aging occur for 3 months in stainless steel tanks to maintain the pure character of the grapes.
On the nose, the 2025 vintage displays an expressive character with ripeness and vibrant freshness. Delicate notes of citrus and red fruit provide complexity and energy. On the palate, the wine is silky smooth and supple, with fine persistence. The fresh structure ensures an energetic and lively finish.
Serve between 8 and 10 °C to allow the freshness and aromatic precision to optimally express themselves.
Château d’Esclans, led by Sacha Lichine, is considered a pioneer in the modern rosé movement. Whispering Angel has grown to become the world's number one Côtes de Provence Rosé and sets the standard for quality, prestige, and innovation within the category. With a continuous focus on selection, precision, and style, the estate remains the benchmark for Provence rosé.
