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Caves d'Esclans : Whispering Angel 2023

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J. Suckling | 91
Wine Spectator | 87
J. Robinson | 17
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90

/100

Le Figaro Vin

Floral on the nose, with sweet orange, bergamot, and small touches of red fruits: a fresh, delicate bouquet. On the palate, it’s more diluted, yet remains crisp, oscillating between fresh cherry, crushed raspberry, and lime.

91

/100

James Suckling

A silky, seductive and saline Côtes de Provence rosé with aromas of small berries, red currants and salt. It’s medium-bodied, succulent, fresh and playful, with a caressing texture and a vivid, saline finish. Drink now.

17

/20

Jancis Robinson

Andy Howard MW

Bottle weight 575 g. 59% Grenache, 21% Cinsault, 9% Syrah, 6% Rolle and 5% Carignan. Stainless-steel fermentation. 3–4 months’ ageing on lees in tank with regular bâtonnage. Winemaker Sacha Lichine. RS 0.2 g/l. 378 stores. Seems to have one extra gear than all the other rosés tasted. Deceptively weighty on the palate. Lots of strawberry-style fruit, touch of raspberry acidity. Long and complex. (AWH)

Description

Characteristics and tasting advice for Whispering Angel 2023 from Caves d'Esclans

Tasting

Color
The color reveals a beautiful light pink hue.

Nose
Subtle, the nose reveals fragrances of citrus and fresh red fruits.

Palate
A broad attack precedes a palate whose vivacity and elegance stretch to a finish of great sweetness.

Service

For optimal tasting, this rosé wine should be served between 7 and 9°C.

A fresh and creamy rosé wine from Côtes de Provence

The property

Château d’Esclans is located in the heart of Provence, northeast of Saint-Tropez, with the Mediterranean in the background. The first traces of Château d'Esclans date back to the Roman Empire. It was then an observation post of the Gulf of Fréjus, to prevent possible maritime invasions. Château d’Esclans is an extraordinary estate in the heart of Provence. The Château is known for its old grenache vines producing a grape more concentrated in aromas than young vines.
Built in the 19th century, the current château has had many owners. Owned by Sacha Lichine since 2006, Château d’Esclans has contributed to the rise of Côtes de Provence wines. It has now become a global reference for Provence rosés with the Whispering Angel cuvée. As a trader and winemaker, Caves d’Esclans identifies vineyards, grapes and wines from Château d’Esclans as well as local producers to create what is considered today as the best rosé in the world.

The vineyard

On the Côte d’Azur, a few cables from the ancient Roman city of Fréjus, the valley of Esclans is outlined, housing the 44-hectare vineyard of the eponymous château. Averaging 35 years old, the vines are planted on vineyards composed, depending on the plots, of clays, limestones or even sandy gravels. This mosaic of terroirs then ensures a great diversity of characters to these great Côtes de Provence wines.
Desiring to obtain the best possible quality of grapes and wines, a privileged relationship is maintained with local grape producers, committed alongside Caves d’Esclans, and whose vineyards are maintained with the same quality requirements as those of the vineyards of Château d’Esclans.

Vinification and aging

A know-how combining traditional and modern techniques. After precise selection, the grapes are hand-picked at night and then transported to the cellars. Then, the grapes are sorted by electronic optics, the destemming and crushing are practiced lightly and delicately at 7-8°C to avoid oxidation. The blend is then made with the best free-run and press juices. Finally, fermentation and aging continue in stainless steel tanks whose temperatures are individually controlled to guarantee the quality of Whispering Angel.

Blend

Grenache, Cinsault, Syrah and Rolle.

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