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Scotsman
28-05-2025
- Business
- Scotsman
Rosé wine: Lidl unveils dupe on popular rosé wine
This could be the wine of the summer 🍷 Sign up to our daily newsletter Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to Edinburgh News, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... Lidl has launched its own Whispering Angel dupe The new wine is named Breath of Paradise Breath of Paradise is priced at £10.99 As we approach the summer season, many of us may be switching up our favourite tipples to drinks which are lighter, fruity or give more 'summer vibes'. Wine lovers prefer to sip on a glass of rosé over other wine variations in the summer, with searches for rosé wine climbing to 138% at this time of year. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Joining La Vieille Ferme Rose (also known as 'chicken wine') as one of the most popular wines of 2024 was Whispering Angel, which proved to be popular with Gen Z for not only its taste but general aesthetic. Just in time for summer 2025, discount supermarket Lidl has announced the launch of a brand-new take on rosé wine, which is said to be a cheaper alternative to Whispering Angel. Rosé wine: Lidl unveils dupe on popular rosé wine ahead of summer season | Lidl Lidl's brand-new rosé wine is named Breath of Paradise, which is priced at only £10.99 per 75cl bottle. Given that Whispering Angel is usually priced around the £20 mark, this means that Lidl's Breath of Paradise is around 50% cheaper. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad While the Breath of Paradise wine is supposed to be an alternative for its taste, it also has an aesthetic appeal with black, white and gold label and angel wing design. Lidl's Master of Wine, Richard Bampfield, said: 'Well known for producing grapes that fuel the 'premium dry rosé' category, wines from the region of Provence are well known by both Brits and the French alike. However, with branded options often carrying a hefty price tag, most tend to reserve them for special occasions rather than include them in the weekly shop. 'At excellent value, Lidl's Breath of Paradise is a summer game changer. Like any luxurious dry rosé alternative, it's made primarily with Grenache grapes grown in Provence, giving it that iconic rosé hue and the classic Provençal aroma of fresh peach and wild herbs that we know and love. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad 'With a perfectly balanced acidity, body and dryness, each bottle of Breath of Paradise is effortlessly drinkable. Best served well chilled or even over a large ice cube, it'll quench the thirst of rosé lovers at any occasion this summer.' Lidl's Breath of Paradise rosé launched in stores on Tuesday May 20 and is available while stocks last. If you have a food and drink story to share with us, we'd love to hear from you. You can now send your stories to us online via YourWorld at It's free to use and, once checked, your story will appear on our website and, space allowing, in our newspapers.
Scottish Sun
23-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
I tested supermarket dupes of posh Whispering Angel rosé… flavour-packed winner is as good as original at half the price
Read on to find out which dupe has the vibe of the real thing but also flavour - for around half the price HEAVENLY DUPES I tested supermarket dupes of posh Whispering Angel rosé… flavour-packed winner is as good as original at half the price Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) WHEN it comes to popular pink wines, Whispering Angel has an A-list reputation. Fans include Adele, Lady Gaga and the Beckhams. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 10 When it comes to popular pink wines, Whispering Angel has an A-list reputation - but it comes with the price tag, too Credit: Amazon 10 Here, wine expert Helena Nicklin looks at the best supermarket dupes to keep you in the pink Credit: Oliver Dixon While this stylish rosé comes with plenty of celebrity backing, it also boasts a VIP price tag of around £20. But supermarkets have similar styles on their shelves at smaller prices. This week, Lidl launched its new blush tribute Breath of Paradise at a more palatable £10.99. And there are other more affordable alternatives elsewhere worth shouting about too. Here, wine expert Helena Nicklin looks at the best bottles to keep you in the pink. Breath of Paradise £10.99, Lidl LIDL says this tipple offers all the taste of Whispering Angel at half the price. The original's popularity is partly due to the stunning packaging, as well as the delicious wine. 10 Think ripe white peaches, sliced strawberry and cantaloupe melon, all held in by a slick of saltiness And while some alternatives are simply good-looking copies, others are decent rosé wines with similar flavour profiles but from different places. Lidl's blatant but beautiful Whispering Angel dupe has the vibe of the real thing but also flavour. This fellow Cotes de Provence wine knocks it out of the park as an alternative. Think ripe white peaches, sliced strawberry and cantaloupe melon, all held in by a slick of saltiness. Just like the costly celestial sip, but a lot cheaper. 5/5 Five Lidl rosés you need this summer, according to a wine expert - a £6.99 buy is as light & crispy as £22 Whispering Angel Sainte Victoire Provence Rosé £10.99, Aldi ANOTHER wannabe that is well worth making some noise about. Sainte Victoire is actually its own, high-quality, designated area in Provence, while Whispering Angel is rosé wine made with a blend from all over the Cotes de Provence. 10 A perfect drop to enjoy in the garden on a warm summer day if you can't make it to the South of France Credit: Supplied This makes Aldi's a particularly high- class dupe – and the price even more notable. Sainte Victoire pinks are especially crisp, lean and mineral with subtle strawberry and peach notes in the background. A classy thirst slaker that is on the leaner, paler, more complex side. Delicious, and looks beautiful in the glass. A perfect drop to enjoy in the garden on a warm summer day if you can't make it to the South of France. 4/5 The Best Touraine Rosé £8.50, Morrisons FOR this Whispering wannabe, we are stepping away from Provence in the South of France and moving north to the Loire Valley. But that does not mean you won't get a similar sip in your glass. 10 A new pink pretender that is worth grabbing Credit: Morrisons This rosé region offers a lot of what you want from Whispering Angel. A glass of this gives a blend of juicy Gamay and crunchy Cabernet Franc grapes, so you can expect a pleasing dollop of tangy, red fruit. There is a zippy acidity and cool mineral character keeping it all balanced. It is excellent value as well. A new pink pretender that is worth grabbing – so get ahead of the A-list and give it a try. Tell your friends Touraine is the next big thing. 4/5 Fleur De Lise Rosé £8.50, M&S THIS pretty pink, which you can pick up for less than a tenner, packs a super flavour punch without being too sweet or acidic. Hailing from Saint-Mont in the foothills of the Pyrenees, it is another option that is not from Provence but is still surprisingly elegant when you consider it is made with bold red grapes lsuch as Tannat and Cabernet Sauvignon. 10 Have a glass when you are dining alfresco in the sunshine and toast to all the money you will have saved Credit: Ocado The result is a dry, savoury, textural vino that is crisp, gluggable and lovely with a barbecue. Have a glass when you are dining alfresco in the sunshine and toast to all the money you will have saved by opting for a less spendy but still seriously enjoyable bottle. 3/5 Bijou Sophie Valrose Coteaux de Beziers £9.25 (£7.75 Nectar), Sainsbury's BIJOU translates from French as jewel and this is definitely a gem of a wine that pays tribute to Sophie Valrose, who challenged the exploitation of women in vineyards in the 19th century. The bottle is as photogenic and appealing as Whispering Angel, which is not to be overlooked if you are posing for all-important social media pics. 10 A decent drop at a super-saving price Credit: Sainsbury's The content takes a sideways step from Provence to the Languedoc region, where you find excellent-value pinks that have a splash more fruit thanks to a slightly warmer climate and different soils. It is refreshing with some soft, raspberry fruit. A decent drop at a super-saving price. 3/5 Gérard Bertrand Cote des Rosés £10, Co-op ANOTHER Languedoc legend, ex- French rugby pro turned winemaker Gérard Bertrand makes this perfumed pink that punches way above its weight for a tenner. Made with the same blend often used in neighbouring Provence, it is fuller than some but still elegant and refreshing. 10 Perfect for a party, especially if you have bottles out where guests can see them Think beautiful, ripe berry notes from the Grenache and Syrah balancing a crisp tang from the Cinsault grape. This doesn't just look appealing, in a beautiful bottle designed to look like a rose bloom, it has won plenty of prizes, too. Perfect for a party, especially if you have bottles out where guests can see them. A great gift, too. 4/5 La Vieille Ferme Rosé £8.50, Tesco THE original Whispering Angel dupe and it is still very worthy. The famous 'Chicken Wine' has won many rosé lovers' hearts thanks to its pretty packaging, appealing pastel hue and surprisingly pocket-friendly price tag. 10 This is one to ruffle the feathers of the big-name bottle Credit: Tesco It is more than just a copycat, too. This hails from the warmer Rhone Valley and is made by the famous Perrin wine family, with the same grapes as many Provence styles. The result is a riper, more fruity style but everything is perfectly in balance. Now enjoying cult status, it is one to ruffle the feathers of the big-name bottle and is a long-time bargain. 3/5 Mare Meua Pinot Noir Rosé £5.52, Asda IF it is a poolside party vibe you are after for not much cash, you need to try this. With an enticing beach scene on the bottle, its label gives off glamorous Cote d'Azur looks. But, in fact, this blush hails from Spain. 10 It gets a little rough as it warms up, so keep it super-chilled Credit: Supplied And what is inside is very good for the price. Made with Pinot Noir, it has more of a ripe, raspberry tang but it is pale and refreshing with a touch of sweetness. It gets a little rough as it warms up, so keep it super-chilled so it is only the holiday feel heating up. You could throw in ice cubes to enhance the 'by the beach' experience and drink it in your cossie in the garden. 3/5
Scottish Sun
23-05-2025
- Business
- Scottish Sun
Cheapest shops to buy Whispering Angel dupes this bank holiday and they're up to 79% less
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) IF you're hoping to enjoy the taste of a refreshing Whispering Angel rose this bank holiday, there are plenty of cheaper dupes on offer. The Provencal tipple is hugely popular among Brits, but it comes with a hefty price tag. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 5 Whispering Angel is hugely popular but it costs £22.50 per bottle A 75cl bottle costs £22.50 while a magnum comes in at up to £44.50. Its fresh flavours of grapefruit and citrus have made it famous around the world. In fact, it's even a favourite of the Beckhams. But if you're wanting to enjoy similar flavours for less this bank holiday, we've put together a list of dupes... Lidl 5 Lidl's Breath of Paradise is made mostly with Grenache grapes grown in Provence Credit: Supplied Lidl launched its Whispering Angel dupe this week - and it's half the price. A bottle of Breath of Paradise costs just £10.99, making it more than 50% less. It's made mostly with Grenache grapes grown in the French region of Provence, and has an aroma of fresh peach and wild herbs. Breath of Paradise hit shelves this week and it's only available while stocks last, so you'll need to get in quick. Lidl's master of wine Richard Bampfield said: "Well known for producing grapes that fuel the 'premium dry rosé' category, wines from the region of Provence are well known by both Brits and the French alike. "However, with branded options often carrying a hefty price tag, most tend to reserve them for special occasions rather than include them in the weekly shop. Wine expert taste tests the newest supermarket dupe of Whispering Angel "At excellent value, Lidl's Breath of Paradise is a summer game changer." Bampfield added the wine is best served well chilled or over a large ice cube. Home Bargains 5 The Angel wine costs only £8.99 for a huge magnum-sized bottle Credit: Bargain Lovers Facebook The Home Bargains version is a whopping 79% less than the real deal. The bargain store recently launched The Angel, which comes in a magnum-sized bottle but has a price tag of just £8.99. Given that magnums of Whispering Angel are £44.50, that's a huge £35.51 saving. It comes in a pink and white patterned bottle. M&S 5 A TV wine and drinks expert has said "rose doesn't get better than this" Credit: M&S The posh supermarket recently revealed its summer wines selection - including a Whispering Angel dupe. The La Balconne Organic Provence Rose costs £18 for a bottle, so it is among the pricier wines in this list. However it's still £4.50 cheaper than Whispering Angel. Plus, TV wine and drinks expert Andy Clarke said he was blown away by the quality. "I've tasted hundreds of rosés over the years and it's always so exciting to find a new one that whizzes straight to the top of my list! "... Move over Whispering Angel… Rosé doesn't get better than this!" Asda 5 A bottle of Screaming Devil will only set you back £12.97 - far less than Whispering Angel Asda's version is around half the price of Whispering Angel, and it has a tongue-in-cheek name. The Screaming Devil wine has gone viral on social media. It costs £12.97, making it £9.53 cheaper than Whispering Angel. It's produced in Côtes de Provence by French winemaker Les Grands Chais de France, and is available to buy at Asda and Ocado.
Scottish Sun
21-05-2025
- Lifestyle
- Scottish Sun
Whispering Angel rosé fans can snap up a dupe from bargain supermarket – & it's 50 per cent cheaper
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) WITH summer months on the horizon, many people will be excited to enjoy a cold glass of Whispering Angel rose in the sun. However, with bottles setting customers back £22.50 at Tesco, you may be interested in a £10.99 dupe now available at Lidl. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 4 Lidl's new Breath of Paradise is said to be a dupe for Whispering Angel Credit: Supplied 4 Whispering Angel has gained a cult following among rose drinkers in recent years 4 Breath of Paradise is available in Lidl from May 20 Credit: Supplied As of May 20, Lidl is now selling Breath of Paradise, which is also made from grapes located in the Côtes de Provence area. Wines from this region have surged in popularity among Brits over the last few years, who are drawn to their pale pink hue, refreshing elegance, and easy pairing with summer dishes. With the bank holiday weekend around the corner, it could be the perfect time to try the Breath of Paradise tipple. However, Lidl has confirmed it will be available throughout the summer period. Lidl's Master of Wine, Richard Bampfield, says: 'Well known for producing grapes that fuel the 'premium dry rosé' category, wines from the region of Provence are well known by both Brits and the French alike. 'However, with branded options often carrying a hefty price tag, most tend to reserve them for special occasions rather than include them in the weekly shop. 'At excellent value, Lidl's Breath of Paradise is a summer game changer. 'Like any luxurious dry rosé alternative, it's made primarily with Grenache grapes grown in Provence, giving it that iconic rosé hue and the classic Provençal aroma of fresh peach and wild herbs that we know and love. 'With a perfectly balanced acidity, body and dryness, each bottle of Breath of Paradise is effortlessly drinkable. 'Best served well chilled or even over a large ice cube, it'll quench the thirst of rosé lovers at any occasion this summer.' Five Lidl rosés you need this summer, according to a wine expert - a £6.99 buy is as light & crispy as £22 Whispering Angel Giving fans of pale blush rosés a taste they can Côte d'Afford, this rosé may not be one to whisper about. Whispering Angel is the flagship wine of Château d'Esclans, a vineyard north of Saint Tropez, France. After exploding onto the market, it became a celebrity favourite - including among the Beckhams. Adele even told US Vogue that her first lockdown food shop was for ketchup and Whispering Angel, and said it 'turned me into a barking dog. It did not make me whisper.' 4 Breath of Paradise will be available throughout the summer period Credit: Supplied The hype is thanks to its gorgeous bottle, Instagrammable look and champagne-style branding. Whispering Angel made rosé cool again, lots of sommeliers believe. There was a period where rosé was viewed as inferior to its red and white counterparts. But its popularity has rocketed over the last five years, partly thanks to Whispering Angel. The hype isn't set to die down either. Global consumption of rosé will climb from 2.23 billion litres in 2020 to 2.63 billion in 2025, according to market analyst GlobalData.
The Irish Sun
21-05-2025
- Lifestyle
- The Irish Sun
Whispering Angel rosé fans can snap up a dupe from bargain supermarket – & it's 50 per cent cheaper
WITH summer months on the horizon, many people will be excited to enjoy a cold glass of Whispering Angel rose in the sun. However, with bottles setting customers back £22.50 at Tesco, you may be interested in a £10.99 dupe now available at Lidl. 4 Lidl's new Breath of Paradise is said to be a dupe for Whispering Angel Credit: Supplied 4 Whispering Angel has gained a cult following among rose drinkers in recent years 4 Breath of Paradise is available in Lidl from May 20 Credit: Supplied As of May 20, Lidl is now selling Breath of Paradise, which is also made from grapes located in the Côtes de Provence area. pink hue, refreshing elegance, and easy pairing with summer dishes. With the bank holiday weekend around the corner, it could be the perfect time to try the Breath of Paradise tipple. However, Lidl has confirmed it will be available throughout the summer period. More on wine Lidl's Master of Wine , Richard Bampfield, says: 'Well known for producing grapes that fuel the 'premium dry rosé' category, wines from the region of Provence are well known by both Brits and the French alike. 'However, with branded options often carrying a hefty price tag, most tend to reserve them for special occasions rather than include them in the weekly shop. 'At excellent value, Lidl's Breath of Paradise is a summer game changer. 'Like any luxurious dry rosé alternative, it's made primarily with Grenache grapes grown in Provence, giving it that iconic rosé hue and the classic Provençal aroma of fresh peach and wild herbs that we know and love. Most read in Fabulous 'With a perfectly balanced acidity, body and dryness, each bottle of Breath of Paradise is effortlessly drinkable. 'Best served well chilled or even over a large ice cube, it'll quench the thirst of rosé lovers at any occasion this summer.' Five Lidl rosés you need this summer, according to a wine expert - a £6.99 buy is as light & crispy as £22 Whispering Angel Giving fans of pale blush rosés a taste they can Côte d'Afford, this rosé may not be one to whisper about. Whispering Angel is the flagship wine of Château d'Esclans, a vineyard north of After exploding onto the market, it became a celebrity favourite - including among the Adele even told 4 Breath of Paradise will be available throughout the summer period Credit: Supplied The hype is thanks to its gorgeous bottle, Instagrammable look and champagne-style branding. Whispering Angel made rosé cool again, lots of sommeliers believe. There was a period where rosé was viewed as inferior to its red and white counterparts. But its popularity has rocketed over the last five years, partly thanks to Whispering Angel. The hype isn't set to die down either. Global consumption of rosé will climb from 2.23 billion litres in 2020 to 2.63 billion in 2025, according to market analyst GlobalData. Wine expert shares her view on Aldi's Whispering Angel dupe WINE culturist Amelia Singer hails 'The Chassaux et Fils Rosé' as a "really savvy move from Aldi". Here, she gives Fabulous her verdict... Sainte Victoire is my favourite part of Provence to find personality filled yet great value Rosé. Thanks to the altitude of the Sainte Victoire hillsides, the grapes get exposed to plenty of sunshine during the day but their ripeness is moderated by cooler evening temperatures. This enables the wine to brim with intense, complex fruit which is balanced by elegant acidity and herbal finesse. I am delighted that Aldi are highlighting an actual area of Provence as quality and flavour profiles can vary greatly – however I always know with Rosé from Sainte Victoire that I will not be disappointed. Amelia Singer's podcast,
