🍷 Fleur de Thénac Merlot Blend 2015 brings together ripe fruit, savoury spice and a firm, balanced palate. This dry red from Bergerac in southwest France is made by Château Thénac, with Merlot leading a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Malbec. It is an inviting choice for a dinner built around roast meat, or for an evening when you want a French red with a clear sense of character.
Black cherry and blackberry shape the aroma, with cocoa, cinnamon and gingerbread adding a warm accent. The palate has pronounced yet integrated tannins, a harmonious feel and a lasting finish. Fruit and spice remain the focus, making this a wine to enjoy slowly alongside food. Its dark colour carries purple reflections, complementing the rich fruit profile.
🍽️ Fleur de Thénac Merlot Blend - Serve with roast beef, roast lamb or a selection of cheeses. Roast potatoes make a natural addition to the meal. Pour into a roomy wine glass and take a moment to explore how the aromas develop. For a gift, it suits someone who appreciates structured French reds and classic food pairings. The 2015 vintage also offers a useful point of conversation at the table, alongside the distinctive Bergerac origin.
Fleur de Thénac Merlot Blend spends twelve months maturing, with half in barrels and half in vats. This approach joins a barrel-aged component with a fruit-focused vat component. Serve at 12–14°C for the recommended presentation.
📋 Key details
- Producer: Château Thénac
- Country / appellation: France, Bergerac AOC
- Vintage / style: 2015, dry red
- Grapes: Merlot 64%, Cabernet Sauvignon 24%, Malbec 12%
- Maturation: 12 months; 50% barrels, 50% vats
- Volume / alcohol: 750ml / 14.5% ABV
- Aromas: black cherry, blackberry, cocoa, cinnamon, gingerbread
- Palate: powerful integrated tannins, balanced, long finish
- Serving temperature: 12–14°C
- Pairings: roast beef, lamb, cheeses
- Allergens: contains sulphites
- 🏅 Recognition: Guide Hachette des Vins 2018 — 2 stars
