Pircas is a red produced by Perez Cruz in Maipo Valley, Chile. Made from Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah and Carmenère. Cellarion's sommeliers have reviewed the drink window of 1 vintage; members see when it is ready. Track this wine and manage your cellar with Cellarion — the free, open-source wine app at cellarion.app.
Type: Red
Region: Maipo Valley
Country: Chile
Grapes: Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah, Carmenère
Tasting profile (AI-generated)
Structure: medium-bodied, medium tannin, medium acidity, dry
Pircas is an easy-drinking red blend from Perez Cruz in the Maipo Valley, combining Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah and Carmenère for a juicy, approachable style. Expect dark berry fruit, a touch of cocoa and herbal spice, with smooth, moderate tannins and a soft, food-friendly finish. It's a versatile everyday red suited to grilled meats and casual meals.
When to drink
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Where it comes from
Maipo Valley, Chile
Maipo Valley lies just south of Santiago in central Chile and is often called the classic heartland of Chilean red wine.
Cabernet Sauvignon
Cabernet Sauvignon is a red grape born in Bordeaux from a natural crossing of Cabernet Franc and Sauvignon Blanc, and it has become the most planted premium red variety on the planet, the backbone of countless…
Syrah
Syrah is a red grape from the Northern Rhône in France, responsible for some of the world's most dramatic, savoury reds.
Carmenère
Carmenère is a red grape that originated in Bordeaux, where it was once part of the blend before phylloxera and difficult ripening pushed it to the margins; today it thrives in Chile, which has adopted it as a…
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From Perez Cruz
- Carmenère — Perez Cruz, Alto Maipo
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- Bill Limited Edition Signature — William Cole Vineyards, Maipo Valley
- Escudo Rojo Gran Reserva — Baron Philippe de Rothschild, Maipo Valley
- Delanz Alto Jahuel Estate Blend — Carmen, Alto Jahuel
- Syrah-Carménère Gran Reserva — Ramirana, Maipo Valley
Frequently asked questions
Where is Pircas from?
Pircas is produced by Perez Cruz in Maipo Valley, Chile.
What grapes are in Pircas?
Pircas is a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah and Carmenère.