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Pizzato

Alicante Bouschet Reserva

Brazil Vale dos Vinhedos Red Alicante Bouschet

full-bodied, dry red with ripe tannins

Facts about the wine

Winery
Pizzato
Grapes
Alicante Bouschet
Region
Brazil / Vale dos Vinhedos
Wine style
Red · Red
Alcohol content
13%
Body
Full
Acidity
Medium
Composition
Varietal/100%

About this wine

This Alicante Bouschet Reserva is a full-bodied, dry red with dark fruit, plum and a spicy, gently smoky edge. The grape typically brings deep colour and firm yet ripe tannins, while oak ageing may add hints of vanilla and coffee. The exact balance can vary from vintage to vintage.

Style
full-bodied, dry red with ripe tannins
Serving temperature
16–18 °C
Ageing potential
Enjoyable now; strong vintages can continue to develop for 5–8 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
  • blackcurrant
  • plum
  • cherry
  • spice
  • vanilla
  • coffee

Food that goes well with this wine

Dishes and ingredients the sommelier recommends with this wine.

  • grilled beef
  • roast lamb with rosemary
  • beef or game stew
  • aged hard cheeses
  • mushroom risotto
  • Beef
  • Pasta
  • Lamb
  • Poultry
  • Maturated Cheese

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.

  • 2020
  • 2019
  • 2018
  • 2017
  • 2016
  • 2015
  • 2014
  • 2013
  • 2012
  • 2011
  • 2010
  • 2009
  • 2008
  • 2007
  • 2006
  • 2005
  • 2004
  • 2003
  • 2002
  • 2001
  • 2000
  • 1999
  • 1997
  • 1994
  • 1992
  • 1988
  • 1971

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 Pizzato

Pizzato is a family producer from Vale dos Vinhedos, in the Serra Gaúcha region of southern Brazil. Working with its own vineyards, the estate is known for still wines from Italian and international varieties, combining ripe fruit with the region’s natural freshness.

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.