What is Pisco?

What is Pisco?

Pisco is a unique Spirit made only in Peru. It is produced from fermented fresh grape juice musts via a strict but simple process. Only eight grape are varietals allowed in the making of Pisco. Fermented grape juice musts are distilled in copper pot stills, rested in cement or steel tanks for 3-4 months (no wood aging), and then bottled.
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Types of Pisco

Types of Pisco

+ Pisco Puro No Aromaticas — Pure Non-Aromatic Pisco

Produced with unscented grapes such as Quebranta, Mollar, Negra Criolla and Uvina. These grapes lack significant aromas or scents, but are very tasty. Pisco made with these grapes impart splendor to the palate, but not to the nose.

Quebranta
Barsol ( Quebranta, Ica) / Rich dark grape nose, spicy tobacco, light savory finish.
La Gran Sierpe ( Quebranta, Ica) / Peppery, dry, with hints of raisins, candied figs, mineral finish.
Macchu Pisco ( Quebranta, Ica) / Balanced, semi-dry, notes spice and hazelnut, ends with roasted cherries.
Ocucaje ( Quebranta, Ica) / Strong, dry full body, eucalyptus notes, hints of raisins & dry peaches.
Vargas Privado Reserva ( Quebranta, Ica) / Full bodied, lactic, dusty earthiness, hot peppery finish.
Pisco Vargas ( Quebranta, Ica) / Full bodied, off dry, over ripped bananas, cooked artichoke, green short finish.
Biondi ( Quebranta, Valle de Moquegua) / Dry Full bodied, black raisins, dates, lightly flinty prolonged nutty finish.

Negra Criolla
Biondi ( Negra Criolla. Valle de Moquegua) / Medium bodied, dry, cooked dark fruits and slight coffee bitterness end.

+ Pisco Puro Aromaticas — Pure Aromatic Pisco

Produced with scented grapes such as Moscatel, Italia, Albilla and Torontel. Unlike the grapes used to make the non-aromatic Piscos, these are rich in an aroma that resembles that of flowers or fruits. As you sip, you’ll notice the aroma as it travels from nose to mouth.

Torontel
Pisco O (Torontel. Ica) / Full bodied, stewed dark fruits, dates, caramel, white peppercorn finish.

Italia
Biondi (Italia. Valle de Moquegua) / Light & balanced citrus hints, green grapes, fresh cut grass, long crisp finish.

+ Mosto Verde — Green Must

The Mosto Verde process is different than that of the Piscos mentioned above. The must fermentation process is interrupted partway and distilled while still containing a certain amount of sugar. The resulting product is mellow, soft, and velvety.

Pisco Portón (Mosto Verde: Acholado: Quebranta, Albilla, Torontel. Ica) / Light, citrusy, hints of peach, cucumber and cantaloupe finish.
Finca Rotondo (Mosto Verde: Italia. Ica) / Full bodied, vegetal and savory notes dry strawy finish.
Finca Rotondo (Mosto Verde: Moscatel. Ica) / Soft medium bodied, yellow raisins and candied figs, off dry nutty finish.

+ Pisco Acholado — Blended Pisco

Pisco Acholado is a Pisco that is made from two or more types of grapes, aromatic or non-aromatic. Flavor and aroma varies depending on the different types of grapes used.

Pisco 100 (Acholado: Quebranta, Torontel, Italia Ica) / Medium to dry, grassy, apple & yellow raisin, nutty fish.
Finca Rotondo (Acholado, Ica) / Full bodied, yeasty, velvety nuttiness, almonds, creamy lactic finish.
Campo de Encanto (Acholado: Quebranta, Torontel, Moscatel, Italia. Ica) / Smooth, layers plum, apricot, spice, floral finish.
La Diablada (Acholado: Quebranta, Moscatel, Italia grapes. Ica) / Almost sweet, flavors of ripe honeydew, peach, and spice.