Wine: Intipalka Tannat

Country: Peru

Region: Ica Valley

Designation: Ica Valley

Brand/Producer: Intipalka

Grape Varietal: Tannat 

ABV: 13.5%

Type: Red

Code: 2692

Tasting Note

Black violet color. Aromas of wild blueberries and oregano lead on to forest fruits and damsons in a concentrated palate with coffee and green pepper notes in the smoky finish

Winemaking

The original vineyards planted in 1880 are located in a small plot in Cañete, near the desert coast, and in 2000 the Queirolo family acquired some land in the Ica Valley. This impressive area is at the very foot of the Andes, 60km from the coastline and over 500m above sea level. Here, approximately 700 hectares of vineyards are planted on the hillsides with deep loamy soils and stones, a natural resource of minerals. 

Tannat grapes are harvest by hand and destemmed before crushing and fermenting with wild yeasts. Natural malolactic fermentation softens the powerful tannins enhancing round fruit flavours. 

Fun Fact

'Intipalka' means 'valley of the sun' in Quechua, the language of the ancient Inca people and still used in the highlands of Peru. Here in the Valle de Ica is an oasis for growing vines. The unique desert climate, with warm sunny days and cool nights, produces grapes with delicate aromas and bright acidity, and a saline character imparted by the Pacific ocean just 60km away.

Food pairing

Try with rustic meat stews with vegetables. Also suitable with charcuterie and cheese, especially strong aged cheeses. 

Awards & Accolades

90 points Deschoradas

87 points Decanter World Wine Awards

85 points Wine Enthusiast

Gold Medal Sommeliers Choice Awards

Silver Medal Mundus Vini

Bronze Medal International Wine Challenge

Bronze Medal Decanter