FAT bastard Merlot

Product information
Unapologetically bold character, infused with sheer joie de vivre, born from sun-drenched vineyards in the Languedoc-Roussillon, FAT bastard full embodies the vibrance of the southern France region. Good friends Thierry (renowned French winemaker) and Guy (British wine industry rebel) created FAT bastard almost by accident. It started out as an experiment Thierry had going in the back of his cellar, leaving a barrel “on the lees” (yeast cells). He didn’t know what to expect, but when he and Guy tried the wine, Thierry exclaimed, with a strong French accent, ”Now zat iz what you call eh Phet bast-ard!” This very British expression perfectly described the wine’s wonderful color and round, rich palate, so that’s what they named it.

Tasting notes
Deep, dark red in color with elegant notes of plum and black cherry followed by subtle nuances of caraway and black pepper. On the palate, it is fresh, full and juicy with solid mid palate weight and an expansive, round finish.

Pairs well with
This Merlot truly shines when enjoyed with grilled steaks, sausages, and burgers with Havarti cheese. Ideal for your next barbeque!