"L'idiot" is comprised of 100% Merlot. This generous wine is all about plump, ripe red fruit flavours. Think raspberry, red cherry and plum, finishing with a lick of mocha/chocolate character. Soft tannins and low acidity keep this wine silky smooth and velvety. Served lightly chilled from the fridge L'idiot makes a fantastic pairing for barbecued meat, poultry dishes and soft cheese.

Domaine de Ventenac is found about 10km north of Carcassonne in the appellation of Cabardès which, because of its location between the Massif Central on one side and the Pyrenees on the other, the region enjoys a climate which is an interesting mix of Mediterranean and Atlantic influences ensuring ideal conditions for growing all sorts of grape varieties.

Varietal typicity (using only one or two varieties in each wine) is the focus of the Domaine de Ventenac range whereas the Château Ventenac portfolio wines attempt to reveal the broader terroir. The wines are made in accordance with the AOC (the rules governing wine production within a particular area).