Océane Rosé 2024

Not travelling this year? The chaos in the Middle East convinced you to stay home for the moment? A few chilled bottles of this delicious Rosé and you’d almost think you are feet up on the Mediterranean. Treat yourself to a good bouillabaisse and you may never leave home again. From the Côtes de Provence region, this is elegantly packaged. Pale pink in colour, think of a par-boiled mud crab shell, and this wine would also be a nice match with a dish of fresh crustacean. The wine is fresh and floral, with hints of peaches and orange rind, sea breezes and a hint of grapefruit pith. It is concentrated and well-focused, with good energy, bright acidity and excellent length. It can be enjoyed any time over the next four to five years. That said, hard to think of a reason not to enjoy it now.