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Yahoo
14 hours ago
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I compared Whispering Angel wine to Lidl's £11 cheaper dupe (but which is best?)
Lidl is a supermarket known for its dupes of specific food and drink items, and that's been no different this year when they launched their Breath of Paradise rosé wine. This 75cl light pink concoction costs £10.99 per bottle and was made as an alternative to Whispering Angel. Produced by Château d'Esclans it is made from choice grapes in the Esclans Valley and the Cotes de Provence region. It has proved to be quite a popular option for the summer season, but it's not exactly cheap. Most sites I've found list it for around £22.50, which is what I picked it up for from Ocado. While I am not a massive wine drinker, the fact that Lidl had prioritised quite a bit of their marketing for Breath of Paradise in highlighting it as an alternative to Whispering Angel begged for a comparison to be done. Both wines are bottled in France, with Lidl's option being made from grenache, syrah and cinsault grapes, so it would be interesting to see if that made enough of a difference in the taste. For Lidl, a £10.99 wine is expensive for them, so it still had a lot to live up to, but the emphasis was still on Whispering Angel to justify the extra cost. As mentioned previously, I am not a big wine drinker, but I have slowly progressed from liking prosecco to white wine and rosé every now and again. I'm still not quite there with red wine yet, but I hope in the next few years my palate expands a bit and becomes more sophisticated. After purchasing the wines, it was interesting to see how much inspiration Lidl had taken in the design of the bottle. The two bottles were very similar in design (Image: Newsquest) The gold seal, white label, calligraphic writing and crest in the centre of the bottle all added up to a very similar overview. While the design was very close, how would the taste compare? I decided to try the Whispering Angel first, as it was the original, and there was a bit of trouble in getting the cork out. In my first go of it, the corkscrew got in, but then partially disintegrated the cork in the attempt to pull it out. The Whispering Angel was crisp and went down smoothly (Image: Newsquest) A second attempt was more successful, but it did mean bits of cork were now floating about in the light pink drink. After filtering the wine to make sure we got bits out, it was finally time to give it a taste. It should be said that both wines had been placed in the fridge at the same time, so they were at the same temperature. The wine was crisp, had floral notes in the taste and went down fairly easily. There wasn't much to separate the two wines (Image: Newsquest) I've not had a huge amount of rosé wine in my time, but it seemed decent, although with the price tag attached, it should be. After cleansing my palate with a bit of water (I'm told that's what wine critics do), I then went onto Breath of Paradise. What I found remarkable is outside of some subtle differences in flavour, there really wasn't much to separate them. Recommended reading: I tested Aldi's new 'wine of the summer' and almost lost all my street cred The 3 delightful Rosés from Aldi you don't want to miss and the 1 to avoid The own-brand supermarket wines that beat bottles costing hundreds Both are crisp and go down quite nicely on a warm evening, but there's not a lot to indicate that one is £11 more expensive than the other. Obviously, it should be noted I am not a professional wine critic, and I imagine there are those in the industry who would take my observations with a grain of salt, saying there's plenty to differentiate them. However, the average shopper isn't going to be at that level, and I imagine they might arrive at the same conclusion.
The Sun
23-05-2025
- Business
- The Sun
Cheapest shops to buy Whispering Angel dupes this bank holiday and they're up to 79% less
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. 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 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 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 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 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. How to save money buying alcohol Alcohol can be pricey if you're planning a party or hosting an event but there are ways to cut costs. It's always important to drink responsibly, here, Sun Savers Editor Lana Clements share some tips on getting booze for the best price. Stocking up can mean big savings on drinks, especially if you want to buy wine or fizz. The big supermarkets regularly offer discounts of 25% when you buy six or more bottles of wine. The promotions typically run in the lead up to occasions such as Bank Holidays, Christmas and Easter. If you know you are going to need booze later in the year, it can be worth acting when you see offers. Before buying your preferred drink make sure you shop around to find the best price – you can use a comparison site such as or Don't forget that loyalty cards can unlock better savings so make sure you factor that in too. If you like your plonk, wine clubs can also be a good way to save money and try new varieties. You'll usually have to pay a membership fee in return for cheaper price so work out if you will be buying enough to make the one off cost worthwhile.
