Yes, Costco Has Amazing Rosé — Here Are the 5 Best Bottles Under $18
Certified Sommelier Warner Boin Downlearn shares her five favorite bottles of rosé from Costco, all available for under $18.
Rosé is a crowd-pleasing wine option that pairs well with food, and bottles from Costco can offer great value for an incredible price.
Dowlearn’s recommendations range from bright, zippy rosés to a Champagne-style bottle of bubbly that won’t break the bank.
Summer might be coming to a close soon, but rosé season certainly isn’t. With a wide array of production styles, flavor profiles, and hues of pink, there’s a rosé to suit every palate and time of year. This refreshing category of wine is well-loved at happy hours, and it pairs incredibly well with food.
Rosé is also a crowd-pleaser — it’s versatile, offers great value, and provides a middle ground between the robust flavors of red wine and the crisp notes of white wine. Whether you host often or just want a sippable wine for relaxed evenings, keeping a few good bottles of rosé at home is always a smart choice. One surprisingly good place to find affordable, delicious bottles of this pink wine might also be where you do your grocery shopping: Costco.
Certified Sommelier and wine educator Warner Boin Dowlearn is a fountain of knowledge when it comes to finding accessible wines that deliver great value for affordable prices, often highlighting some of her favorite bottles on social media for fellow wine lovers.
This sommelier knows exactly what rosé drinkers should be looking for when shopping at Costco, and she suggests starting with five options, including a sparkling Loire Valley wine made in the style of Champagne and pink bottles from Provence.
The Pale Rosé by Sacha Lichine ($11.99)
With a light pink color that matches its name, The Pale comes from Sacha Lichine, the same winemaker behind another wildly popular rosé, Whispering Angel. According to Dowlearn, “This rosé is zippy, fresh, and pretty much all you can ask for in a Provence rosé.”
The sommelier notes that The Pale is perfect for pairing with appetizers or sipping poolside and “pretending summer’s never ending.” She also points out the wine’s aesthetic label design, saying, “Doesn’t hurt that the bottle’s easy on the eyes, too!” which might make it an excellent choice to give as a gift.
Raise a glass to Whispering Angel at Customs House
By Punnya Khanolkar
If there is one thing that Customs House knows how to do, it is transform their riverside terrace into something seriously magical.
This spring, the much-loved Whispering Angel Rosé Garden is back and it is prettier than ever.
So, dust off your pink outfits and get ready to step into a scene straight from a European postcard, with domes draped in dreamy fabric and walls covered in blush blooms. Only here, your backdrop is the glittering Brisbane River and the city skyline.
It is the ultimate spot to gather your mates and raise a glass of something pink. Speaking of, you will be sipping on glasses of Whispering Angel Rosé, hailed as one of the world’s most elegant pink drops, plus Moët & Chandon Imperial Rosé, and a curated cocktail list that will keep you refreshed all afternoon.
Pair your glass with gourmet bites like Moreton Bay bug croissants, fresh oysters, seared scallops or chicken mousse, and you have got yourself the ultimate riverside soirée.
And if you are in the mood to elevate things further, book the Rosé High Tea experience for $105pp, which pairs Moët Rosé with sweet and savoury creations in an intimate dome setting (available Tuesday to Thursday). Or, grab your crew and secure a dome booking for $25pp (available Friday to Sunday) and enjoy a long, lazy afternoon of bubbles and bites. Make it a moment to remember at the Whispering Angel Rosé Garden before it disappears in December.
The 20 Most Iconic Wine Moments in Bravo History
Receipts, proof, timeline: To celebrate nearly two decades of the Bravo-verse, we rounded up the network’s 20 most memorable wine moments.
By Elissa Halperin
For nearly 20 years, booze has been a cornerstone of Bravo’s brand identity. From visiting vineyards on cast trips to Bravo-lebrities launching their own adult beverage brands, this is a network that knows its audience.
With the flagship series of the Real Housewives franchise, Orange County, recently kicking off its 19th season, we are looking back at two decades of the Bravo-verse and celebrating the network’s 20 most iconic wine and spirits moments.
So raise your glasses high, Bravo fans! This one’s for you, tonight …
2017-2025
Summer House Drinks Rosé All Day
The core premise of Summer House is people in the Hamptons drinking on the weekends. Exhibit A: Back in season one, reality TV all-timer Lindsay Hubbard said when she met her co-star, Kyle Cook, he was drinking a bottle of rosé the size of a seven-year-old.
After guzzling dozens of cases of Whispering Angel, in 2018, Cook launched Loverboy sparkling hard tea, which immediately became the official drink of Summer House. Meanwhile, after a struggle with alcoholism, Kyle’s co-star and former employee Carl Radke is embracing a non-alc lifestyle and launching a mindful consumption space called “Soft Bar.”
Photo by: Clifton Prescod / Bravo
EXCLUSIVE: ‘I thought NYC would be brutal on my wallet but I lived the high life on a budget’
Can you really visit one of New York’s most upmarket borough’s on a budget? I visited this wallet-friendly hotel and felt like I was staying in a boutique haven.
By Kenzi Devine
When I arrived in upmarket New York City neighbourhood Chelsea to see the sprawling streets of flower markets, trendy art galleries and Madison Square Garden in eyeshot, I had a feeling this trip wasn’t going to be kind on my wallet.
But the hidden gem hotel I stayed in showed me that you don’t always have to choose between luxury and sticking to a budget. Nestled between the string of flower stalls gracing 28th St, the Moxy Chelsea hotel blends in almost too well—with greenery surrounding the entrance and a structure to match its neighbours. You would be forgiven for missing it despite its towering 35-floor height.
Despite the hotel’s low price point, you can experience a touch of luxury at The Fleur Room, which offers upmarket cocktails, champagne, and well-known wines such as Whispering Angel.
CHÂTEAU D’ESCLANS Sacha Lichine “Considering the Profile of the Next Generation of Wine Lovers” “The wine world is facing challenges that, as we all know, are related to broader problems related to consumer demand and the wide variety of wines and other beverages penetrating the wine market. Conscious drinking has reduced consumption (anti-alcohol sentiment), and interest in high-quality ready-to-drink beverages, particularly in North America, has contributed to this situation. In addition, wine itself is expensive (high inflation), especially among those who don’t have the income to afford it regularly. The rise in cannabis use has also affected the situation. Long-standing wine consumers, the so-called wine lovers, are getting older and drinking less. Those with a wine cellar with extensive stocks are storing their bottles, so they neither open nor consume them, which exacerbates the overall problem.
Distribution is crucial for us and has contributed significantly to the expansion of the Côtes de Provence rosé category. At the same time, we have created a larger and more demanding market through channels such as duty-free and on-trade. Regarding production, the advanced technological approach we introduced in 2006 and expanded in subsequent years has greatly influenced our quality in vineyard management and modern equipment in the cellar. This allows us to maintain the quality of Whispering Angel (while increasing production) and enhance the (gastronomic) profile of the fine wines in the Estate Collection (Château d’Esclans, Les Clans, and Garrus).
The foundation laid over the past decade has set the stage for phenomenal and accelerated growth, culminating in the formation of strategic alliances with LVMH, which acquired a majority stake in the company at the end of 2019. This momentum has now evolved to the point where the group owns the company almost entirely. At the same time, we are working closely with our team to further develop our range of award-winning rosé wines through premium initiatives around the world.
Having built my company over a period of almost twenty years, I will be expanding my horizons into other areas of the beverage industry, notably by currently investing in an emerging mezcal brand called Rosa-Luna and staying connected with lifestyle-related industries, including the creation of the first wine and food fair concept in Switzerland (Gstaad Wine & Food Festival), which will launch as an annual event in 2027. These ventures, along with contacts interested in developing other brands, represent a logical extension of my more than forty-year career in the wine industry. I began in Bordeaux, lived and worked in the United States and Asia, and continued my development in Provence. Education and inspiration go hand in hand.
As my father, Alexis Lichine, used to say, “The best way to learn is to buy a corkscrew…” Looking ahead, however, it’s clear to me that the next generation of wine lovers will be self-described enthusiasts who come from a different era than my generation. Therefore, producers/suppliers and their key trade partners must take an approach that considers the profile of the next generation of wine lovers and speaks to them in a contemporary way to ensure their affection for wine remains culturally relevant.
Overall, wine will continue to exist, but the route to market must adapt to ensure wine remains both dynamic and desirable, and we must not forget the need for meaningful “liquid to lips” initiatives that give the next generation the opportunity to make wine part of their experience.
WINE IMPULSE
New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc such as Cloudy Bay and rosé champagne. The former is characterized by a highly pleasing flavor profile. In addition, we produced four wines for our first vintage in 2006; today there are seven.
Each wine is based on interesting conceptual thinking and has a backstory that is both insightful and inspiring. When asked which wine I have “discovered” in the last ten years or which has given me an impulse for my work, “The Pale” comes to mind, which was released in 2020. “The Pale” was conceived during the lockdown as an accessible Mediterranean Vin du Pays du Var IGP. It owes its name to its transparent pink color, which has all the characteristics of an authentic Rosé from Provence embodies this. Its brand personality reflects the spirit of the Roaring Twenties, without stiff formalities, making it completely accessible and immediately drinkable.
As an entry-level wine, it is a perfect introduction to the world of quality rosés from the South of France, allowing both younger and price-conscious consumers to enjoy a thoroughly enjoyable glass of wine.
CHÂTEAU D’ESCLANS CÔTES DE PROVENCE CHÂTEAU D’ESCLANS 2024 Château d’Esclans is located in the heart of Provence, northeast of Saint-Tropez, with the Mediterranean Sea as its backdrop. The first mentions of Château d’Esclans date back to Roman times, when it served as an observation post on the Gulf of Fréjus to detect possible maritime incursions early on. Château d’Esclans is an exceptional winery in Provence. It is particularly distinguished by its old Grenache vines, which produce grapes with more concentrated aromas than younger vines.
Sam Harrison celebrates 20 years as a restauranteur with some perfect supper clubs
West London’s favourite restauranteur is putting on some very special evenings this September which you will not want to miss
By David Sefton
Sam Harrison is very well loved in the restaurant world, and particularly so in West London where having left the world of Rick Stein he started on his own with the launch of Sam’s Brasserie in Chiswick. The food in his restaurants has always been excellent, but the success is I think equally due to the service adn atmosphere. Perhaps this is in part due to him having a background similar to his clientele, and understanding what they want. When he sold the original restaurant and its sibling to Hawksmoor it was thankfully no surprise, and a great relief to everyone, that he was soon back with the excellent Sam’s Riverside in Hammersmith and Sam’s Waterside in Brentford.
Yet time and tide wait for no man, and this September marks 20 years of Sam Harrison’s career as a restaurateur so, to celebrate, Sam’s Riverside and Sam’s Waterside are hosting a series of supplier supper clubs throughout the month.
There will be eight events, hosted by renowned suppliers such as HG Walters, Wright Brothers and Journey’s End, taking guests through the ingredients and dishes that shape the menus at Sam’s restaurants with five delicious courses. This is an anniversary well earned, and I’m sure that these events will be something special to celebrate a rather special career as a restauranteur. Although, to be clear he is not allowed to quit yet!
There are eight supper club events as part of the celebration, four at each restaurant, and each supper club will be hosted by the suppliers themselves, giving guests the chance to hear the stories behind the wines, the produce and the menus – and of course, to ask as many questions as they like. Experts from Ellis Wines, Journey’s End & Château d’Esclans will be pouring the glasses, while the finest ingredients come from Oui Chef, Phoenix Farm, and Chiswick House, fresh oysters & seafood from Wright Bros and sustainable meat from HG Walter.
15 September – Wright Brothers x Rock Angel – £125
The finest oysters and seafood from Wright Brothers, matched with the world-renowned rosés of Château d’Esclans, including Whispering Angel, Rock Angel, and Garrus.
Hotel Wine tastings – the final tastings from my trip to Paris – May 2025
By Kosher Wine Musings
I was in Paris is in Late May, with Avi Davidowitz from Kosher Wine Unfiltered. This trip was not about numbers, but rather about sheer logistics. The number of boxes across the number of hotels was more than I wished for! Of course, this was totally self-inflicted, as Avi was coming in for business the week before, and I was juggling too much at home. In the end, it was a far more relaxing trip, as the sheer number of wines was more in the 40s than the usual 60 or 80 wines. A lot of that can be blamed on the number of 2024 or new 2023 wines on the market – there are just ZERO new wines out there. There are loads of old 2022 and 2023 roses in the stores in Paris, and the same can be said for older whites and reds. Wines are not moving, and as such, there was less new stuff to taste.
Two years ago, we had some 80 wines; this May, we were at 40+ wines. There were a few wines that Avi missed, and a few I wished he was able to see evolve, but that is the game as we know it!
The wines were tasted in classic region/style order: Rosés, whites, Wines from Spain and Italy, a single Burgundy, Bordeaux/Blend wines, and I think that is it.
Rosé Wines
We had a total of 10 Rosés, and there was just one 2024 Rose in the stores.
The 2024 Cave D’Esclans Whispering Angel and the 2024 is one of the two Rosé WINNERS from the tasting.
This is on point – hitting all the notes I want. Nice! The nose of this wine exhibits characteristic Grenache notes, including strawberry, flint, smoke, and citrus, with additional floral and smoky aromas. The mouth of this medium-bodied wine is fun, with good acidity, smoke, flint, strawberry, and nice salinity. This is a clean, well-priced, and refreshing rose. (tasted May 2025) (in Paris, France) (ABV = 13%)
MIMI KAKUSHI X WHISPERING ANGEL SUMMER EDITION BRUNCH
By Hotel & Catering
Mimi Kakushi brings the spirit of 1920s Osaka to life—an era when jazz set the city buzzing, modern art turned heads, and tradition took on a daring new edge. It was a golden age of culture and creativity, where East met West in the most unexpected ways.
Every weekend, Mimi Kakushi’s brunch brings this era to life with an eclectic menu of time-honoured Japanese flavours reimagined with playful, contemporary twists.
On August 2nd and 23rd this experience reaches new heights as Mimi Kakushi partners with Whispering Angel for an exclusive brunch celebration of rosé, live entertainment, and pure indulgence.
The July 12th launch event was a great success, with guests arriving in charming touches of pink, from flowing dresses to subtle pink accessories, bringing the “touch of pink” summer theme to life in style. Whispering Angel Rosé is now included in both the house and champagne packages at no additional cost for these special edition brunches, adding a refined and refreshing option to your brunch experience. As a unique highlight, enjoy live painting on a stunning 3L Jeroboam bottle of Whispering Angel during select dates.
Film-Inspired Pop-Up for The Roses Will Serve Drinks and Treats at Brentwood Country Mart
Crab Shack–Themed Bites, Cocktails, and Exclusive Merch Aug. 22–23.
Searchlight Pictures is bringing a taste of its upcoming film The Roses to Los Angeles with a two-day pop-up event at the Brentwood Country Mart later this month.
The activation, inspired by Ivy Roses’ fictional crab shack “We’ve Got Crabs!,” will run August 22–23 from 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at the Country Mart, located at 225 26th Street in Santa Monica. The event is open to the public.
Guests can sample themed food and beverages, including Negronis by Via Carota, rosé from Whispering Angel
The return of Brosé
By Rodney Jack
Whisper it: men are secretly sipping Rosé
Rosé has long been the poster child of summer terraces, brunch tables, and Instagram feeds — but for many men, it’s been a guilty pleasure kept behind closed doors. That’s changing, and The Ivy Collection has the data to prove it.
In a recent survey of 1,000 men and 1,000 women, The Ivy asked participants to picture someone drinking a glass of rosé. The results were telling: only 4% visualised a man, while a whopping 57% pictured a woman. Rosé, it seems, still carries a gendered image — one that’s keeping many men from enjoying it openly.
But here’s the twist: nearly one in three men admitted they’d choose rosé if they didn’t feel judged for doing so. Among men under 35, that number jumps to 42%. The Ivy’s conclusion? Men aren’t just enjoying rosé — they’re hiding their love for it. Some are even drinking it in secret.
“Men are swapping the pint for something pink, crisp and unapologetically elegant — sometimes on the sly,” says Claudio Sammartino, wine educator for The Ivy Collection. And he’s not wrong. Today’s rosés are no longer the sugary blushes of the past. They’re dry, complex, and crafted with the same precision as the world’s finest wines.
To celebrate this quiet revolution, The Ivy has launched a new curated menu called A Touch of Rosé, featuring iconic pours like Whispering Angel and Veuve Clicquot Rosé Champagne, alongside rosé-based cocktails. It’s all part of its playful and empowering campaign: is it time for men at home and abroad to join the long-talked about Brosé movement.
So, men who have been eyeing that pale pink liquid — consider this your invitation. Rosé is for anyone who appreciates a little rebellion in a glass.
