Je Deteste Merlot, 2024 Dessert Wine Thérèse & Sébastien Branger in

Thérèse & Sébastien Branger in the Muscadet Sèvre et Maine region of France

Bodegas Bhilar

In its youth (now) shows a bit more fruit which will settle over time into a more mineral-esque vibe

Garnacha & Tempranillo

mocha and camphor

Je Deteste Merlot, 2024 Dessert Wine Thérèse & Sébastien Branger inPlayfully stating, "I hate Merlot", this one acknowledges that while merlot certainly has a serious side (read: Bordeaux) it also has a quite playful side. Its soft nature and round body brings femininity when blended, but on its own is also quite good. Just because it was once cool to say "I hate merlot", it's time to come around on this, and acknowledge and appreciate it for what it is. A versatile grape with lots of roles in winemaking, but can