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New Statesman
21 hours ago
- Entertainment
- New Statesman
Rosés to share in the sun, CabFranc on the go, and a Malbec not to be wasted on a stag do
Illustration by Charlotte Trounce I f you walk down Hatton Garden in central London, you will encounter a slew of jewellery shops, a Pret, one Dickensian pub down an alleyway. You might also witness the occasional brawl, the semi-regular police horse appearance, and the offshoots of the hectic food market one road over. If you are lucky you will also spot some bookish types scuttling along the pavement, almost certainly on their way to work in the NS offices. It was a rare treat, in recent weeks, to have some great wine to share with the aforementioned bookish types. First, thank you to the jauntily named Yapp Brothers for sending over six bottles for us to try. In a feat of modesty and temperance, the case sustained the NS for the best part of two weeks. One languid Friday and the atmosphere on Hatton Garden was like a Tennyson play – stifling, on edge, soporific. It felt only right to decant the 2024 house rosé into tumblers and hand them out in the office. It had been chilling since the morning and was a nice colour, not exactly pale but thankfully not lurid Ribena either – a fairly standard Grenache and Merlot blend. Rosé, more than its red and white counterparts, is a context-dependent beast. Just how fish and chips are best enjoyed in view of the sea (rather than under a bridge on the M25, say), rosé should be enjoyed as an aperitif sur la terrasse along the Mediterranean. Well, how about in a fluorescently lit office in Farringdon with an NS associate editor, commissioning editor and business editor? No match for the romance afforded by the vesperal light of the French Riviera… but we thought it worked great: light, unobtrusive, red fruits with an ever-so-barely-there touch of minerality. Keeping rosé on ice on a sunny Friday isn't standard procedure here. But maybe it should be. Later, we found ourselves on the Central Line on our way to east London for drinks in a colleague's garden (how collegiate!). Stuffed in one bag was the Domaine des Oullières 'Harmonie' Blanc 2024, a Provence white enjoyed as we perched on garden furniture in the sun (a fate unfortunately denied to the rosé). This is a Vermentino heavy blend (Sauvignon Blanc makes up the rest). It's good, not particularly light but fragrant and… was that fennel? The real heads will tell you something like this is best served with seafood. I found it just as successful with takeaway pizza. High, low, and all that. Also stowed in our bags was the 2021 Château Fouquet from Saumur, pure Cabernet Franc and – as the merchants recommend – better enjoyed CHARLOTTE TROUNCE with a bit of age. Cab Franc has a tendency towards the vegetal. But no such problems here. Meanwhile, we had packed another NS staffer off to a stag do in Brighton that evening, screw-top Malbec in hand (touch of class…). It came with good reviews, in the only way a Malbec like that can come with good reviews: jammy, uncomplicated, probably good for a stag do. Fast-forward a few days and I received a wonderful text from the arts desk at 7pm on a Tuesday. 'Is there wine here and can we have it,' they wrote to me, before promptly following up with a simple: 'It's urgent.' I have good news for you, arts desk: yes… and yes! They picked out a 2021 Côtes du Rhône and sent me the tasting notes over WhatsApp: peppery, woody, spicy. This is just as you might expect from a wine with this spec. And they told me it was delicious, just as you might expect from a wine with this spec. Subscribe to The New Statesman today from only £8.99 per month Subscribe At some point in 2023 – bear with me – something strange happened: a sweet, pale green leafy vegetable by the name of hispi cabbage took over every menu in town. And almost out of nowhere, hispi was general all over London. I contend that viniculture's hispi counterpart is Picpoul de Pinet: it burst on the scene and asserted itself on the wine lists of London's middlebrow restaurants with great, almost admirable, force. It's ubiquitous: few can explain why. But what I can tell you is that the Picpoul in this case is a very good example of the form: citrussy, saline, easy going. And so, there is the New Statesman's editorial staff's whistlestop tour through this selection. Good for parties in the garden, urgent office emergencies, slow and hot Fridays on Hatton Garden, stag dos in Brighton. I think the word for that is versatile. By Finn McRedmond Take advantage of offers on these wines and more, exclusively available to New Statesman readers, by ordering online today. Related
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,
Western Telegraph
20-05-2025
- Business
- Western Telegraph
Lidl reveals new Whispering Angel wine dupe for £10.99
Called Breath of Paradise, the supermarket's wine is priced at £10.99 per bottle, while Whispering Angel is sold for £22.25 in the likes of Sainsbury's. Both wines are made with grapes from the Côte de Provence region in France, which has seen a fair bit of popularity in recent times. Many people have been drawn to the pale pink hue, refreshing nature and easy pairing with summer dishes. In a statement, Lidl said: "Giving fans of pale blush rosés a taste they can Côte d'Afford, this delightful rosé is not one to whispered about." Lidl's master of wine, Richard Bampfield, added: '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. Breath of Paradise is primarily made with Grenache grapes (Image: Lidl) '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. Recommended reading: '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.' Breath of Paradise bottles will be available to purchase in-store from Tuesday, May 20, and will be available throughout the summer period.
