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Paradoxo Merlot

Brazil Campanha Gaúcha Red Merlot

Full-bodied, smooth red with mild acidity and ripe tannins

Facts about the wine

Winery
Salton
Grapes
Merlot
Region
Brazil / Campanha Gaúcha
Wine style
Red · Red
Alcohol content
13%
Body
Full
Acidity
Low
Composition
Varietal/100%

About this wine

Paradoxo Merlot is a full-bodied, smooth red wine with ripe fruit flavors. It showcases plum, blackcurrant, and subtle spice notes, framed by gentle acidity and supple tannins. While each vintage has its nuances, the wine consistently offers a soft, approachable character and a warm, lingering finish.

Style
Full-bodied, smooth red with mild acidity and ripe tannins
Serving temperature
16–18 °C
Ageing potential
Ready to drink, but can age for 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
  • plum
  • blackcurrant
  • spice
  • vanilla

Food that goes well with this wine

Dishes and ingredients the sommelier recommends with this wine.

  • grilled meats
  • sautéed mushrooms
  • pasta with tomato sauce
  • 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
  • 2001
  • 2000
  • 1998
  • 1996
  • 1973
  • 1971
  • 1969
  • 1963
  • 1951

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 Salton

Salton is one of Brazil’s most renowned wineries, crafting wine for over a century. Located in Campanha Gaúcha, where warm days and cool nights shape the vineyards, Salton is celebrated for approachable wines made from international grape varieties. The region’s gentle climate produces ripe, balanced wines with expressive fruit.

Wine country Brazil Brazil combines cooler southern wine regions with tropical viticulture and is especially notable for approachable reds and 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.