Château Ollieux Romanis - Corbières - Boutenac Prestige rouge 2021
90/100
RVF
"This vintage stands out for its complexity, which has made it a must-try at the estate."
Smooth and assertive, this is the "big brother" of the Classique cuvée. It stands out for its barrel aging, which gives it an aromatic profile of rare intensity. Opulent and rich on the palate, it finishes with a savory aftertaste.
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Eye
Deep color with violet highlights
Nose
Aromas of dark fruit and mocha
Palate
Opulent and rich, with spicy blackberry, forest notes, and pepper, ending with a savory finish
Drink before
2027
Food and wine pairings
Perfect with roasted game, cheeses, Mediterranean dishes made with olive oil and seasoned with spices, red meat...
Bettane & Desseauve
Rated estate (2026 guide): 3 stars (High-quality production, setting the standard in its sector)
About the estate:
Pierre Bories has elevated his family estate to the pinnacle of the Corbières appellation and has managed it with a masterful hand since 2001, demonstrating the same determination and high standards in the vineyards as he does in the cellar. Comprising a vast estate of 150 hectares (including the former terroir of Château des Ollieux), about ten kilometers from Narbonne, the vineyard produces wines of great elegance, ranging from the Prestige cuvée to the Or cuvée, and including Atal-sia, produced under the Corbières-Boutenac appellation, undoubtedly one of the estate’s crown jewels. The entire range is in perfect harmony, propelling this estate among our favorites in the region; this consistency over the years fully justifies the third star we have awarded it.
Guide Hachette des vins
Rated estate Award-winning wines (This producer's wines are regularly recognized by the guide)
About the estate:
Founded in 1860 in the Boutenac region, this extensive family-owned vineyard—originally a dependency of Fontfroide Abbey—has remained in the same family ever since. As early as 1896, it boasted a cellar and a barrel room built with stone from the estate’s quarry. Jacqueline and François Bories revived the estate in the 1980s, joined in 2001 by their son Pierre. Cultivated without herbicides or pesticides, the vineyard, currently in the process of converting to organic farming, spans 65 hectares.
RVF - La Revue du Vin de France / Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France
Wine rated (2023 guide) 90/100 (2020 vintage)
Rated estate (2026 guide) Selected (Please note that this guide is a ranking, and as such, all the estates listed here—even those without a star—represent, in our view, the pinnacle of French winemaking.)
About the estate:
Pierre Bories took over this vast family estate, which was expanded in 2006 with the addition of the neighboring vineyard, Les Ollieux. It boasts a wonderful diversity of terroirs, ranging from clay-limestone and rounded pebbles to the Boutenac terroir (red sandstone and limestone), where the estate has established itself as a must-visit. It is above all the character of the Boutenac wines that captivates us. Almost the entire vineyard is pruned in the goblet style to better protect the grapes. Always brimming with ideas, Pierre has completely renovated the estate and created La Touketa, a seasonal dining and tasting area nestled in the heart of the vineyards. For the past three years, the winemaker has also been the owner of Château Rives Blanques in Limoux.
Customer rating
4.7/5
based on 3 reviews
Review and comment by Mr. GILLES D. Published on June 21, 2024
Favorite this lush and well-rounded Corbières-Boutenac. After a crisp opening, Prestige delivers a full-bodied and generous wine, endowed with exceptional aromatic richness featuring aromas of blackcurrant and very ripe blackberries, complemented by notes of peppery spices, mocha, and forest floor...which are reflected in a soft, velvety texture with a caressing smoothness, carried by plenty of freshness and vibrant tannins. On the mid-palate, the wine tightens slightly and leads us to an extremely long and particularly intense finish, enhanced by delicate hints of both smoke and vanilla. Value for Money – Unbelievable pleasure. A beautiful wine best paired with bold dishes, such as tender spiced beef cheek served with melt-in-your-mouth carrots and wine. Rating = 4.5.
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Review by Ms. ELISE B. Posted on 02/16/2025
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Review by Mr. WOLFGANG S. Published on 02/05/2025
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