Virgin Atlantic has launched its new Spring/Summer menu. The new items will be available in all cabin classes from 5th April 2023… (offering) the renowned rosé, Whispering Angel, for six months from 5th April.
Upper Class customers will be able to enjoy a chilled glass of Côtes de Provence, taking in the evocative flavours of grapefruit and citrus.
United Airlines x Whispering Angel
Travelers sitting in one of the luxury United Polaris business class seats can now sip a glass or two of Château d’Esclans Whispering Angel Rosé thanks to a collaboration with United.
“Whispering Angel was instrumental in sparking the Rosé Revolution and has become synonymous with a glamorous lifestyle, so being able to share this exceptional wine with those flying United Polaris as they embark on their travels is exciting,” says Sacha Lichine, owner of Château d’Esclans. “We’re proud to be able to reach new consumers and offer them a taste of the magic of Provence.”
This new wine collaboration is also available in exclusive United airport lounges. United Polaris travelers receive priority boarding and inflight amenities that include lie-flat seats with a memory foam layer and all-aisle access. To make flight travel even more comfortable, business class passengers receive plush bedding, 16-inch high-definition touch screens, noise-reducing headphones, thoughtful amenity kits and additional storage.
Culinary experiences include cheese plates, elevated entrees, a choice of premium wines and a customized dessert from an ice cream sundae cart.
“United Polaris delivers an elevated experience and we’re proud to now be the only U.S. airline that serves Whispering Angel Rosé,” said Aaron McMillan, United’s Managing Director of Hospitality and Planning. “Whispering Angel is the top-selling French wine in the U.S. so we know it’s something travelers will be thrilled to see onboard just in time for spring break travel.”
United serves more than 450,000 complimentary glasses of wine per month on average onboard United Polaris business class. Adding the Whispering Angel rose’ wine to the complimentary wine list for business class passengers to enjoy will increase that number.
By Nicole Casagrande
Rosé wines are a popular drink all over the world. Rosé, with its crisp, fresh character, can brighten up any day, which is why rosé wines are becoming more and more popular every year. Although it may seem that the popularity of this wine is new, it has actually been around for a long time and many countries have tried to create the most refined and delicate taste of Rosé. Some regions have received special attention due to their exceptional wine varieties and drinks.
Here we will take you to the best Rosé producing regions , which create one of the best Rosé wines in the world.
Provence, France
Provence, in southeastern France, is known for producing world-class wines, including one of the best rosés you will ever taste. Provence has a long history of wine production and has established itself as a major wine producing area that attracts thousands of enthusiasts each year. Grenache, Cinsault, Syrah, Carignan, Mourvèdre and Vermentino (Rolle) are common grape varieties for the production of Rosé de Provence and are typically harvested at night to preserve their natural freshness. Wineries such as Château d’Esclans, Domaines Ott and Chateau Sainte Marguerite produce iconic wines that are exported around the world and loved by millions. Provence is home to rosé wines such as Whispering Angel and Rock Angel…
Au revoir, 60’s brutalism. Bonjour, chocolate box chalets 👋
By Lucy Smith
Avoriaz and Les Arcs are two winter holiday destinations bound to scratch the adrenaline itch of any well-versed skier or snowboarder. Certainly, what with their high-altitude slopes and boarding-friendly terrain parks, the pair are understandably popular with families and après-goers alike. What these resorts don’t boast, however, is a sense of wintery comfort, warmth and charm. Excellent off-piste? 3-6 clubbing at La Folie Douce? Check, check. A long-standing family history and a trio of Michelin-starred restaurants? Not so much. Enter, Megève: an enchanting resort with over 100-years of tradition (thanks to the Rothschild family, no less) and a lavish Four Seasons hotel at the centre of it all.
Naturally, I would be doing the Four Seasons a disservice if I didn’t declare my love of the hotels’ magnificent gastronomic offerings. With a total eight bars and restaurants to feast in, you’ll be spoilt for choice come breakfast, lunch and dinnertime. Famished after a morning of shoop shoop shooping on the slopes? Look to L’ideal 1850, a mountain-top restaurant with Mont Blanc as the backdrop and a menu to suit all diets. Seafood, antipasti or a glass of crisp rose (Whispering Angel, of course) – L’ideal have got you covered.
Look around Greater Boston and much of the rest of New England and you’ll see granite everywhere: in house foundations, monuments and obelisks, bridges, sidewalks and, if you’re a hiker, ancient stone walls in the woods.
Much of the granite you see today came from long-abandoned quarries—there are famous ones just off the highway in Quincy—but you can also find quarries hidden away in places like Rockport, Sharon, Lynnfield, and Woburn. One of the former quarries is even home to an upscale restaurant, one with a name that certainly hints at its history.
The Quarry Restaurant & Lounge in Hingham sits atop an old quarry pond which adds a bit of beauty and peace to its location. The stretch of Route 53 that runs through Weymouth and Hingham has a wide variety of dining options, and while much of the Weymouth section and the part in Hingham near Route 228 (and Route 3) are busy and often congested with traffic, the right-hand section of the line Weymouth/Hingham is quiet and largely undeveloped. You’ll find The Quarry in this wooded backdrop.
The Quarry is perhaps more of a wine or cocktail spot than a place to grab a beer, though it certainly does a number of excellent local brews as well (and the South Shore has become increasingly known for its great breweries). However, the wine list is where the restaurant really shines, having been awarded the Wine Spectator’s Award of Excellence several times. Among the options here are Veuve Clicquot Brut Yellow Label champagne, MacRostie chardonnay, Château d’Esclans Whispering Angel rosé, and, for red wine lovers, Château Saint-André Corbin Saint-Georges-Saint-Émilion. Cocktails are excellent at The Quarry, with a few favorites like the slightly maple Old Fashioned, and the Southern sour men with bourbon and the “Mike Tay,” which packs a bit of a punch.
Enjoy a traditional Sunday lunch or afternoon tea at Murrayshall
Treat mum to Sunday lunch or afternoon tea at the award-winning Murrayshall Country Estate.
For a traditional Sunday lunch with all the trimmings, head to Eolas (pronounced O-lass). It recently won ‘Best UK Hotel Restaurant’ and you’ll find views for miles, with two courses from £28.
Choose from five starters, including George Campbell’s Scottish salmon, and five main dishes, including corn-fed chicken breast, homemade gnocchi or slow roast sirloin of beef from the local butcher. Then finish off with hand-crafted desserts like crème brulee and sticky toffee pudding.
Or sit back and savour one of Murrayshall’s legendary afternoon teas in Barossa Bar or Cairns for £27.50. Specially for Mothering Sunday, the hotel is launching a new children’s version of afternoon tea for £12.50, with something savoury and sweet to tempt them with.
Plus, every mum will receive a gift before departure as well as a special offer to return to Murrayshall Country Estate another time.
Book Sunday lunch or afternoon tea at Murrayshall online or by calling 01738 551 171.
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Taymouth Marina is delighted to present some beautiful Mother’s Day special offers on the 19th of March.
The team have prepared a special 3 course set meal for you and yours in the beautiful Gastro bar and restaurant. This set menu is £30 for three courses or £25 for two courses – both include a glass of fizz, too!
You may wish to upgrade your visit to Taymouth Marina with a bouquet of flowers to celebrate your awesome mother/mother figures in your life. These can be delivered to your table upon dining at a cost of £40.
Or you could really push the boat out with a bottle of Whispering Angel to share and a hand tied bouquet of flowers from the local artisan florist for an extra cost of just £90.
By Suzanne Norris
With Mother’s Day just around the corner, (take note: it’s Sunday 19 March), it’s time to start thinking about how you’re going to spoil your loved one on their special day. She smiled through years of burnt toast breakfast in bed in the early days, so as adults it’s our duty to make up for it with gorgeous and thoughtful gifts to really make her day. Extra points if it’s something she’d never treat herself to.
If mum is a rosé fan, it doesn’t get much more iconic than Whispering Angel. Expects flavour notes of grapefruit and citrus.
By Aimee L. Cook
PARK CITY, Utah— The Fire and Ice après party returns to Deer Valley’s McHenry Beach featuring a 20-foot ice bar created by the Deer Valley Mountain Operations team.
This year’s event will feature Whispering Angel rosé from Chateau de Esclans in Provence France and cocktails from Belvedere Vodka. Fire & Ice is a collaborative event with Louis Vuitton Moët Hennessey and is for adults 21 and over.
The mood was celebratory as Café Boulud Palm Beach marked its 20th anniversary at the Brazilian Court hotel on January 18. Partygoers toasted Michelin-starred Chef Daniel Boulud as he thanked them for their steadfast support for more than two decades.
Guests sipped on Laurent Perrier, Remy Martin, and Whispering Angel while tasting the sumptuous foods passed and positioned at stations around the picturesque courtyard, including bites from former Café Boulud Executive Chefs Rick Mace and Zach Bell, as well as current Executive Chef, Dieter Samijn.
Themed “One Night in Rio,” a call back to their location at the Brazilian Court, the event also featured Brazilian dancers, fire performers, and a drum line.
Sacha Lichine is a name that is synonymous with luxury and elegance in the wine world. He is the owner of Château d’Esclans, one of the world’s most renowned wine estates, and the creator of Whispering Angel, a rosé that has taken the world by storm. In this exclusive interview with Elite Traveler, Sacha shares his insights on the world of luxury and how he has built his brand into the epitome of sophistication and exclusivity.
His journey into the world of wine began at a young age. He grew up surrounded by vineyards and winemaking, and it was only natural that he would eventually follow in the footsteps of his father and grandfather, who were both winegrowers. However, He wanted to bring something new and unique to the table, and this drive has led him to become one of the most innovative and successful winemakers of our time.
One of Sacha’s key philosophies is to never compromise on quality. He is a firm believer that the finest wines are made from the finest grapes, and this is why he is so dedicated to finding the best vineyards and terroirs in the world. This is evident in the quality of his wines, which have received numerous accolades and awards, including multiple Gold Medals and a prestigious place in the Top 100 Wines of the Year list.
He is also a pioneer in the rosé wine market. He was one of the first winemakers to take this style of wine seriously and to invest in its production on a large scale. His efforts have paid off, and Whispering Angel is now one of the most sought-after rosés in the world, enjoyed by wine lovers and celebrities alike.
When asked about the future of luxury, Sacha is optimistic and believes that there will always be a demand for the best of the best. He notes that people are becoming increasingly sophisticated in their tastes, and they are willing to pay a premium for products that are of exceptional quality and that offer a unique experience. This is why he is so focused on making his wines the best they can be and on providing an unforgettable experience to those who enjoy them.
