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Lidio Carraro

Merlot (Grande Vindima)

Brazil Vale dos Vinhedos Red Merlot

full-bodied and smooth red with soft tannins

Facts about the wine

Winery
Lidio Carraro
Grapes
Merlot
Wine style
Red · Red
Alcohol content
12,5%
Body
Full
Acidity
Low
Composition
Varietal/100%

About this wine

This Merlot from Vale dos Vinhedos offers rich, smooth flavors with gentle tannins and low acidity. Expect notes of ripe plum and dark cherry, complemented by a hint of spice and cocoa. The finish is fruit-forward and silky.

Style
full-bodied and smooth red with soft tannins
Serving temperature
16–18 °C
Ageing potential
Ready to drink young, but can mature well for 5 to 7 years after harvest.

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
  • plum
  • black cherry
  • cocoa
  • clove
  • subtle vanilla

Food that goes well with this wine

Dishes and ingredients the sommelier recommends with this wine.

  • grilled beef
  • roasted vegetables
  • ossobuco
  • aged 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
  • 2001
  • 2000
  • 1999
  • 1990
  • 1989
  • 1978

From the Wijnfeld cellars

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About Lidio Carraro

Lidio Carraro is a family-run winery situated in Brazil's renowned Vale dos Vinhedos. Known for its minimal-intervention approach, the winery emphasizes pure expression of terroir and fruit. Their Merlot showcases the sunny, mild character of this unique region.

Wine country Brazil Brazil combines cooler southern wine regions with tropical viticulture and is especially notable for approachable reds and sparkling wines. Read more Region / appellation Vale dos Vinhedos Vale dos Vinhedos is Brazil’s premier wine region, celebrated for its fresh Merlot, Chardonnay, and high-quality sparkling wines. Read more

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 28 October 2026.