Structure

Bodylight
Tanninlow
Acidityhigh
Sweetnessdry
Finishlong
Oaknone or neutral

Drinking window

Best 1 to 2 years from vintage.
vintage1 yrs2 yrs8 yrs

Critic scores

No critic score is published for this bottle that we can cite with a reviewer, a vintage and a review year, so none is shown. The rating in the header is our own.

In the glass

Light-bodiedLow tanninHigh acidityDryLong finish

Aroma: white peach, wild strawberry, white flower, lime

Palate: watermelon, lemon zest, saline, red currant

Esclans' entry-level companion to Whispering Angel, designed for early summer drinking. Lighter, paler and crisper, with watermelon and citrus over a saline finish.

What it pairs with

  • Mediterranean meze platter
    The Beach's saline and citrus finish handles small dishes from hummus to grilled halloumi; the wine refreshes the palate.
  • Tomato and watermelon salad
    Summer salad meets the wine's watermelon palate; acidity cuts through olive oil dressing.
  • Grilled fish tacos
    Light flaky fish in corn tortillas with lime aligns with the rose's saline-citrus register.
  • Pizza margherita
    Tomato, mozzarella and basil meet the rose's body and acidity; saline finish handles the cheese.

History

The Beach was launched in 2020 as a companion to Whispering Angel, positioned for early summer drinking and warmer markets. The cuvee bottles under the IGP Mediterranee designation rather than AOC Cotes de Provence to allow a broader sourcing zone.

  1. 2020: First vintage of The Beach by Whispering Angel released

Facts

Producer
Chateau d'Esclans · visiting guide
Grapes
Grenache, Cinsault, Rolle
Classification
IGP Mediterranee
Oak
Stainless steel fermentation and aging
ABV
12.0%
Price
EUR 15 to 22 at retail
Drinking window
1-2 from vintage
First vintage
2020
Vegan
Yes (no animal-derived fining)

Frequently asked about Chateau d'Esclans The Beach by Whispering Angel

What does The Beach taste like?

White peach, wild strawberry, white flower and lime on the nose; watermelon, lemon zest, saline and red currant on the palate. Light-bodied with high acidity and a long saline finish.

When should I drink The Beach?

Drink between 1 and 2 years from vintage. The wine is built for the year of release; chill thoroughly to 6 to 8 degrees Celsius.

Is The Beach vegan?

Yes. The Beach is produced without animal-derived fining agents, though the producer does not pursue formal vegan certification.

What food pairs with The Beach?

Mediterranean meze platter is the canonical pairing. Tomato and watermelon salad, grilled fish tacos and pizza margherita are equally strong matches.

What classification does The Beach have?

IGP Mediterranee, the regional French wine designation that covers the broad southern Mediterranean coastline. It is one tier below AOC Cotes de Provence but allows broader sourcing flexibility.

Tags

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