Appellation:
Maule Valley, Central Valley, Chile
Grape(s):
80% Pais, 20% Carignan
Winemaker:
David Marcel & Loreta Garau
Farming: practicing organic, practicing sustainable
Husband-wife duo David Marcel and Loreta Garau are at the forefront of a new generation of Chilean winemakers who are taking a minimal approach to making wine, allowing the terroir of Chile to shine through. Pipeo wine historically are the jugs of table wine drank by farmers and made with Pas grapes, which unfortaunely have declined in popularity and have generally been relegated to bulk juice. However, Marcel and Garau make this wine with the same care and finesse as their others at Vina Maitia, changing the perception of this notable grape. Best served chilled, Pipeo is simply
drinkable
, busting with juicy strawberry and raspberry flavors, a hint of spice, and fresh acidity.
Pairings:
Serrano ham coquettes
