Fat Bastard Merlot
French Pays d'Oc Merlot with a name you will remember.
The story behind Fat Bastard
Fat Bastard started in 1995 when French winemaker Thierry Boudinaud and British importer Guy Anderson tasted an experimental batch left long on its lees. Boudinaud, thick accent and all, called it what it was, and the name stuck. The wine launched to market in 1998.
The Merlot comes from Languedoc-Roussillon under the Pays d'Oc IGP, with vineyards on the stony soils around Pezenas that hold yields down and fruit concentrated. It is 100% Merlot, fermented cool in stainless steel, warm macerated for color, through full malolactic for a soft mouthfeel, with a portion oak aged before bottling. The 2024 vintage took Bronze at the International Wine Challenge in 2025.
Explore the Fat Bastard range
The Fat Bastard lineup runs from this Merlot through Cabernet, Syrah, Pinot Noir, Chardonnay and the Bloody Red blend, all in the same value tier.
| Expression | Type | Proof / ABV | Tasting notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Merlot 750mL | Red, Pays d'Oc IGP | 13 to 14% ABV | Plum, black cherry, caraway, black pepper, soft tannins |
| Merlot 1.5L | Red, Pays d'Oc IGP | 13 to 14% ABV | Same juicy Merlot, large format for a crowd |
| Cabernet Sauvignon 750mL | Red, Pays d'Oc IGP | 13 to 14% ABV | Darker fruit, firm structure, grilled meat weight |
| Syrah 750mL | Red, Pays d'Oc IGP | 13 to 14% ABV | Pepper and dark berry, built for barbecue |
| Pinot Noir 750mL | Red, Pays d'Oc IGP | 12.5 to 13.5% ABV | Lighter body, red cherry, easy chill |
| Chardonnay 750mL | White, Pays d'Oc IGP | 12.5 to 13.5% ABV | Ripe orchard fruit, soft finish, crowd pleaser |
| Bloody Red 750mL | Red blend, Pays d'Oc IGP | 13 to 14% ABV | Juicy red blend, serve cool, casual pours |
WineFat Bastard - Chardonnay 750mL$10.99Out of stock
WineFat Bastard - Syrah 750mL$9.99Out of stock
WineFat Bastard - Merlot 750mL$8.99Out of stock
WineFat Bastard - Cabernet Sauvignon 750mL$9.99Out of stock
WineFat Bastard - Pinot Noir 750mL$10.99Out of stock
WineFat Bastard - Merlot 1.5L$17.99Out of stock
WineFat Bastard - Bloody Red 750mL$9.99Which Fat Bastard is right for you?
Nobody buys Fat Bastard Merlot expecting a lecture. The 750mL sits at $8.99 on our shelf, and the 1.5L is $17.99, which is the bottle to grab when the grill is already lit and the driveway is full. Same tier as the Cabernet and Syrah at $9.99, the Chardonnay and Pinot Noir at $10.99, and the Bloody Red at $9.99. If you want Fat Bastard Merlot online, call us or check the shelf, since stock moves fast on this one.
Weeknight burgers and sausage, soft tannins, no ceremony, under nine dollars.
One big bottle covers a backyard full of guests without a second trip.
Wants more grip than Merlot gives, still in the same easy price tier.
Fat Bastard cocktails and pairings
Serve Fat Bastard Merlot slightly cool, 59 to 64 degrees, and let it breathe a few minutes after opening.