Facts about the wine
About this wine
Pizzato's DNA 99 Single Vineyard Merlot is a full-bodied red with rich, expressive flavors. Expect generous notes of ripe plum, blackcurrant, and subtle spices, complemented by touches of oak from barrel aging. The palate is bold yet rounded, with ripe tannins and balanced acidity. While vintage characteristics may vary, this wine consistently showcases the depth Merlot can achieve in Brazil.
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
- plum
- blackcurrant
- cocoa
- clove
- oak
- tobacco
Food that goes well with this wine
Dishes and ingredients the sommelier recommends with this wine.
- roast beef
- lamb
- mushroom risotto
- aged hard cheeses
- stewed dishes
- 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
- 1998
- 1995
- 1992
- 1984
- 1959
From the Wijnfeld cellars
Anonymised figures from Wijnfeld users who have this wine in their cellar. Shown from three cellars onwards.
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About Pizzato
Pizzato is a respected producer in Vale dos Vinhedos, the heart of Brazilian wine country. The winery is known for its meticulous vineyard management and focus on single-vineyard expressions that reveal the unique characteristics of the region. The local climate provides ideal conditions for Merlot, with cool nights and warm, sunny days.
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 27 October 2026.