# Imaginador (2021)

- **Producer:** Pedro Parra
- **Colour:** red
- **Type:** still
- **Grapes:** Cinsault
- **Region:** Itata Valley, Chile
- **Style:** Natural
- **Alcohol:** 13.0%
- **Average price:** €21
- **Vegan:** Yes
- **Contains sulphites:** Yes
- **When to drink:** Now or Later
- **Serving temperature:** 15–18 °C
- **Aromas & flavours:** red cherry, raspberry, red plum, blossom, pastry, biscuit, wet stones, earth

## About this wine

The Pedro Parra Imaginador 2021 is a single-varietal Cinsault from Chile's Itata Valley. Winemaker Pedro Parra, a recognized expert in terroir, sources grapes from five old-vine vineyards (45-70 years old) situated on granite soils in Guarilihue. These vines are dry-farmed, a practice supported by the region's cool, coastal climate. The wine's name, 'Imaginador,' reflects a creative spirit, influenced by jazz music. Parra's focus is on expressing the pure essence of the Itata Valley's unique granite terroirs and ancient Cinsault vines, representing a modern renaissance for this grape in Chile.

## Interesting facts

- The name 'Imaginador' means 'Imaginator' in Spanish, inspired by jazz.
- Vineyards are planted on sandy quartz granite soils.
- Vines range from 45 to 70 years old.
- Winemaking involves 100% whole cluster fermentation.

## Food pairing

The wine's bright acidity and fine tannins complement savory dishes, cutting through richness and enhancing protein. Its subtle fruit and earthy notes can echo or contrast with ingredients like mushrooms, herbs, and cured meats.

## Wine making process

The Pedro Parra Imaginador 2021 is produced using 100% Cinsault grapes from old vines. The winemaking process emphasizes minimal intervention. Fermentation is carried out with 100% whole clusters and indigenous yeasts at low temperatures for about 15 days, followed by 12 days of maceration. During this time, extraction techniques like pigeage and remontage are avoided; only the cap is gently wet. Following fermentation, the wine undergoes an 11-month aging period in a mix of neutral oak vats and concrete vats. The viticulture relies on dry farming practices.