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Pizzato

Fausto Merlot

Brazil Vale dos Vinhedos Red Merlot

full-bodied, dry Merlot with ripe tannins

Facts about the wine

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

About this wine

Pizzato Fausto Merlot is a dry red from Vale dos Vinhedos, showing the rounded, ripe expression that Merlot often achieves in southern Brazil. Expect red and dark fruit, a smooth yet full palate and gentle acidity; the degree of oak influence and concentration may vary by vintage. Its generally ripe tannins make it an easy partner at the table.

Style
full-bodied, dry Merlot with ripe tannins
Serving temperature
16–18 °C
Ageing potential
Enjoyable now; depending on the vintage, it can develop well for another 3–6 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 plum
  • cherry
  • blackberry
  • cocoa
  • spice
  • subtle oak

Food that goes well with this wine

Dishes and ingredients the sommelier recommends with this wine.

  • grilled beef
  • lamb chops
  • mushroom risotto
  • duck with red-wine sauce
  • aged hard cheeses
  • 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
  • 2004
  • 2003
  • 2002

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 in Vale dos Vinhedos, in Serra Gaúcha, one of Brazil’s best-known quality wine regions. The estate works with varieties suited to the area’s relatively cool, hilly conditions, including Merlot. Its wines are generally associated with clear fruit, balance and a sense of place.

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.