Intipalka, Gran Reserva No 1, Ica Valley, Peru, 2019

The most refined red currently produced in Peru is made by Luis Gómez, who selects the best grapes (in 2019 this blend came out as 45% Malbec, 25% Tannat, 20% Cabernet Sauvignon and 10% Petit Verdot) from the Queirolo family vineyard in the Ica Valley. Having spent a year ageing in new oak, it’s a rich ruby red in the glass with an elegant nose of spice and pure, ripe red and dark fruit notes. On the palate it’s concentrated but juicy with firm tannins and a substantial finish.