Once upon a time, a girl named Valerie grew up between France and Switzerland, while a boy named Remy grew up between France and the Middle East. Valerie grew up and joined the family watch business in Switzerland, while Remy got into the hospitality business, catering to the needs of many high-end hotels abroad. As fate would have it, their paths crossed and so it was that Valerie met Remy and they became the Rebouls, and formed a beautiful marriage. They had children, and eventually embarked on the ultimate adventure that gave birth to some of the finest olive oils and organic wines France has ever seen. Oui, after nearly 15 years of renovations they gave birth to the magic that is Château d’Estoublon.
What was it like learning the processes of making olive oil and wine?
V&R: It took us almost a year to understand the environment and the agriculture by which we were surrounded. The production of olive oil and wine were areas that we mastered with hard work, passion and determination. We really wanted Estoublon to be among the best tasting products.
What inspired the elegant, perfume bottle look for the presentation of your olive oil?
V&R: It’s no longer enough to have a good product without beautiful presentation. It was a way to break the ultra-conformist codes often found in the gastronomic department. The world of perfume is everything a good olive oil should be—pure, a bouquet of scents, a rare and precious product.
Aside from the handcrafted artisan methods used in the making of all your products, what do you believe makes them so unique?
V&R: Their taste, their authenticity and the genuine respect for the land.
What has been the most challenging part of establishing Château d’Estoublon? What has been the most rewarding part?
V&R: The most beautiful thing is certainly to be able to create and share a passion. The human factor, without which nothing is possible, is the most difficult thing to implement.
What is your favorite part of visiting Paris?
V&R: Avenue Montaigne, Bon Marche, and Gallery Lafayette.
What are some of your favorite places to go in Paris?
V&R: The bar at L’Hotel Plaza Atheene is lovely.
Can you tell me a little bit more about the upcoming overnight stays at the property that will be available to the public and what that experience will be like?
V&R: The castle will be fully restored as a large family home with bedrooms, suites, a library, dining rooms and reception halls, everything will be very comfortable. We will organize gastronomic tours revolving around olive oil and wines. We invite people near and far to stay some time in this beautiful home for a truly wonderful experience.