2023 Monk Itata Valley Cinsault, Pedro Parra

• Style: Lean, energetic old-vine red
• Taste: Red cherry, wild strawberry, saline minerality, stony backbone
• Food: Grilled lamb, charred veg, BBQ, roast dinners, beef & steak
• Occasion: Sunday lunch, date night, weeknight table
• Serve: 13% ABV, drink now or hold 5–7 years

In the Glass — Tasting Notes

A bright, structured red with rare clarity. Old bush vines on granitic soils deliver red cherry and wild strawberry over a stony, almost saline backbone. At 13% alcohol, the wine feels weightless and alive—mineral tension balanced by finesse, built for the table rather than the trophy shelf.

The Winery — Pedro Parra

Pedro Parra is a soil scientist and terroir specialist trained in Paris, who has spent the last decade awakening Chile's historic Itata Valley by championing its old, gnarled vines and cool-climate potential. Working alongside winemaker Alberto Antonini, he sources from vineyards that have survived for generations—a commitment to place that shines through in every sip. His vision was straightforward: craft pure wines from ancient bush vines grown on granite, while supporting the brave local growers who protected these lands for centuries. The 2023 arrives lean and energetic, proof of what happens when yields are low and the site is right.

At Your Table — Food Pairing & Serving

This wine's savory, mineral-driven profile makes it a natural match for grilled lamb, charred vegetables, or anything finished with a spice rub. Its structure pairs beautifully with Cinsault's historic moment—once dismissed as too delicate, this bottling proves the variety delivers wines of surprising substance when conditions align. The 2023 will drink beautifully now and hold for five to seven years. Whether you're seeking something lighter and more restrained than fruit-forward blockbusters, or exploring why Itata Valley is becoming one of the most exciting sources of authentic, site-driven reds in the Southern Hemisphere, this wine tastes like where it comes from. Discover more in our Chile selection.