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Aurora

Reserva Merlot

Brazil Serra Gaúcha Red Merlot

full-bodied, dry red with rounded tannins

Facts about the wine

Winery
Aurora
Grapes
Merlot
Region
Brazil / Serra Gaúcha
Wine style
Red · Red
Alcohol content
12,5%
Body
Full
Acidity
Low
Composition
Varietal/100%

About this wine

Aurora Reserva Merlot is a dry, full-bodied red from Serra Gaúcha, made from Merlot. It typically combines ripe red and dark fruit with a rounded palate, soft acidity and supple tannins. The degree of oak influence and spice can vary by vintage.

Style
full-bodied, dry red with rounded tannins
Serving temperature
16–18 °C
Ageing potential
Enjoyable now; depending on the vintage, it can develop for another 3–5 years.

What does this wine taste like?

The sommelier's estimate on four scales, based on the grapes, the region and the style of the house.

Light
Bold
Smooth
Tannic
Dry
Sweet
Soft
Acidic
Aromas and flavours
  • black cherry
  • plum
  • blackberry
  • cocoa
  • gentle spice

Food that goes well with this wine

Dishes and ingredients the sommelier recommends with this wine.

  • grilled beef
  • lamb chops
  • pasta with ragù
  • mushroom risotto
  • aged hard cheese
  • Beef
  • Lamb
  • Veal

Vintages

Vintages of this wine known in our database. Once enough Wijnfeld users have a vintage in their cellar, we show anonymised scores and prices here.

  • 2021
  • 2020
  • 2019
  • 2018
  • 2017
  • 2016
  • 2015
  • 2014
  • 2013
  • 2012
  • 2011
  • 2010
  • 2009
  • 2008
  • 2007
  • 2006
  • 2005
  • 2002
  • 2001
  • 2000
  • 1999
  • 1982
  • 1981

From the Wijnfeld cellars

Anonymised figures from Wijnfeld users who have this wine in their cellar. Shown from three cellars onwards.

Not enough cellars with this wine yet to show figures.

About Aurora

Cooperativa Vinícola Aurora is based in Bento Gonçalves, in Brazil’s Serra Gaúcha wine region. The cooperative works with regional grape growers and makes a broad range of wines from both local and international varieties. Aurora is among Brazil’s best-known wine producers.

This profile was written by the Wijnfeld digital sommelier from generally known information about the producer, the region and the grapes. Details may vary by vintage. Published on 7 September 2026.