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the art of pisco
 

Pisco, the oldest distilled spirit of the New World, carries a heritage in Peru that dates back to the 16th century. Deeply rooted in Peruvian culture and shaped by its distinctive terroir, Pisco is an expression of the land, its history, and the traditions that have carried it through generations.

Style | structure | soul

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WHAT MAKES
PISCO UNIQUE?

One Ingredient.
The Grape.


Pisco is a grape spirit distilled entirely from freshly fermented must: the young wine made from the grape.

What makes it different is simple: the grape is the only ingredient. Its natural character  is preserved through fermentation and traditional distillation, rather than built later through aging, flavoring or other additive.


 

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The Pisco Regions of Peru

Five Coastal Regions.

One Tradition.


Pisco was born along Peru's southern coast, where desert, ocean and mountains create extraordinary conditions for viticulture.
 

The Andes rise behind the coast, shielding the desert from much of the moisture carried inland, while the cold Humboldt Current shapes the climate along the Pacific. Between these extremes, rivers descending from the mountains carve fertile valleys through one of the driest landscapes on earth. 

 

Lima, Ica, Arequipa, Moquegua and the recognized valleys of Tacna share the denomination of origin, yet each brings its own landscape, history and character to the spirit.

THE styles

Pure Expressions | Masterful Blend

The Art of Pisco is expressed through three distinct styles. First and foremost defined by the grape varietal from which it is crafted. Its character is then shaped by fermentation and the distillation process. Each style reflects a distinct approach to the must, resulting in unique structure, texture, and aromatic profile.

 

Puro

Dry Fermentation | Singular Essence Puro is distilled from a fully fermented dry must made from a single grape variety. Fermentation is allowed to complete before distillation, producing a spirit  of remarkable clarity, structure, and depth.

 

Mosto Verde

Partial Fermentation | Velvety Signature A velvet-textured expression from the partially fermented must of a single varietal. Fermentation is halted before completion, leaving a portion of natural sugars present at distillation. This yields greater textural richness, aromatic intensity, and palate weight.

 

acholado

Art of the Blend | The Master's Touch Acholado is produced from a blend of grape varieties. Where the Master Distiller’s intuition takes center stage. By meticulously marrying different grape varieties, a layered, multi-dimensional spirit achieves a greater breadth and complexity.

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THE gRAPES

varietal integrity | soul of the land

The heart of Pisco is defined by eight noble grape varieties, each contributing a unique character to the Spirit.

foundational Varieties

Structure | Texture | Depth

Grape Non-Aromatic

aromatic Varieties

Essence | Fragrance | Bouquet

Grape Aromatic
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Significant Milestones

1540

The first grapevine was planted in Peru by Spanish settlers.

1587

First evidence of Pisco over a dispute was documented in Ica, Peru.

1613

The first evidence of Pisco production by Pedro Manuel “El Griego” in Ica.

1700

Pisco overtook wine production in Peru, capturing global attention.

1870

Pisco gains international notoriety and was the most fashionable drink in San Francisco.

1930

The first family vineyard is planted in the hamlet of Yanquiza.

1991

Peru establishes the Denomination of Origin for Pisco.

1994

Don Jesus Hernandez officially founded Bodega Yanquiza, upholding the family’s heritage.

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Pisco cocktails, tasting invitations, and more

Yanquiza Winery

San Juan Bautista, Ica, Peru

©2026 Yanquiza Pisco. All Rights Reserved

"Faith in the Process. Patience in the Craft."

Please Drink Responsibly.

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