
Ch. Ollieux Romanis Souffle De Lune
- Country: France
- Region: Corbieres
- Apelltation: Boutenac
- Variety: Carignan, Syrah, Mouvedre, and Grenache
- Farming: Certified Organic
- Vintage: 2022
- Vegan: Yes
Château Ollieux Romanis, Souffle de Lune is a bold yet elegant red from Cru Boutenac in the Corbières, where ancient vines, organic farming and respect for terroir combine to make something special. The blend (≈ 40% Carignan, 30% Syrah, 20% Mourvèdre, 10% Grenache Noir) is built on red sandstone and molasse soils, with Grenache sitting on warm pebbles to add brightness.
Winemaking is thoughtful: Carignan sees carbonic maceration to get expressive, juicy fruit, while the other grapes are traditionally vinified with native yeasts. The wine spends time both in temperature-controlled stainless steel (to preserve its purity and freshness) and in oak (demi-muids & barrels) for structure and depth.
On the nose, Souffle de Lune opens with wild blackberries, sun-dried cherries, herbs of the garrigue, thyme, hibiscus, plus subtle smoke, leather and a whisper of grilled meat. The palate is lush, ripe and layered — softness from dark fruit, fine tannins, floral lift and spice, all wrapped in a long, velvet-like finish. At ~14% ABV, it has power without feeling coarse.
