Wines Corbières Château Ollieux Romanis - Cuvée Classique - 2022

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Château Ollieux Romanis Cuvée Classique Blanc 2022 is a fine example of a modern Languedoc white wine, crafted from a blend typical of the region that often includes grape varieties such as Grenache Blanc, Marsanne, Roussanne and possibly Vermentino or Bourboulenc. While the exact blend may vary with each vintage, the wine consistently showcases freshness, aromatic complexity, and a certain Mediterranean charm. The 2022 vintage benefits from a relatively long, dry and sunny growing season, which enhances both ripeness and aromatic intensity. Vinification at Château Ollieux Romanis is generally respectful of fruit and terroir: grapes are harvested early to retain freshness, gently pressed, and fermented at low temperatures to preserve delicate aromas, with the wine typically aged on fine lees for additional texture.

The Corbières appellation is one of the most dynamic and renowned within the Languedoc, its vineyards sprawling across rolling hills not far from the Mediterranean Sea. The unique terroir is formed by limestone-clay soils intermixed with schist and pebbles, well-suited to grapes that thrive in warm, dry climates. These soils, along with persistent Mediterranean breezes, ensure healthy vines and grapes packed with flavour. Languedoc’s winemaking heritage stretches back to Roman times and, in recent decades, has evolved from bulk production to a focus on quality bottlings such as those from Château Ollieux Romanis.

For food pairings, this lively and well-balanced white wine would be a wonderful companion to seafood dishes such as grilled sea bream with herbs, seared scallops or a simple shellfish platter. It also pairs elegantly with goat’s cheese, Mediterranean vegetable tarts, or lighter poultry dishes such as lemon and thyme roasted chicken. For a regional match, try it with a classic Languedocian “brandade de morue” (salt cod purée) or a chilled seafood salad.

Serve this wine well-chilled, ideally at 8-10°C, to appreciate its aromatic freshness and subtle mineral notes. Enjoy it in its youth to best capture the vibrancy and purity of the 2022 vintage.