Chateau Oceale 2019 Haut-Medoc 'Fleur d'Oceale'

"Mid-ruby with hints of garnet, this delightful Deuxime Vin from the minuscule Chateau Oceale has a disarmingly pure bouquet of currants, marjoram and bay, blonde tobacco, and a discreet dusting of cocoa. Complexity comes in the form of light earthen touches and dried citrus peel. The palate is utterly silken, almost Pinot-esque in its lightness of touch with fine, pinpoint tannins building in the second-half. Currants, mulberry, and cassis mingle with thyme and hints of crushed stone. What is not to love here? Luncheon Claret, pure and simple." — David