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ICA: SAND, BEACH AND NATURE<br />

The flavour<br />

of Pisco<br />

Gastronomy<br />

From 2 days / 1 night PM Upon Request<br />

The southern region of the Peruvian coast has exceptional<br />

soil. Since colonial times, landowners settled there have<br />

enjoyed a rich and fertile land, farming the grape and<br />

producing its by-products which have won an iconic place in<br />

the Peruvian economy.<br />

Pisco 1615<br />

From a process of distillation using the fruits comes Pisco,<br />

the national drink. The taste of this product is distinctive<br />

due to the use of specific varieties of grapes known as<br />

“pisqueras”: Quebranta, Mollar, Criolla Negra, Uvina, Italia,<br />

Moscatel, Torontel and Albilla. Pisco masters work with them,<br />

obtaining three types of drinks: “Pisco puro” or pure, derived<br />

from a single grape variety; “Mosto Verde”, collected from<br />

the distillation of fresh musts interrupting its fermentation;<br />

and the “Pisco acholado”, obtained from the mixture of<br />

grapes and musts at different stages of fermentation.<br />

Even if its incomparable flavour and aroma are enjoyed<br />

throughout the country, it is in Ica where the most prestigious<br />

vineyards and wineries are found, offering tastings and<br />

hospitality to visitors.<br />

The vineyards of Ica are an ideal place to get away from the<br />

noise and grime of the city. In the hands of a sommelier, you<br />

will learn everything about the process of making Pisco. Start<br />

with a walk amongst the vines to learn about grape varieties;<br />

then visit the distillery to see the production process. Finally,<br />

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enjoy a special tasting to finish of the day. An unforgettable<br />

way to get to know our Pisco!<br />

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