South America's oldest wine-producing country and its leading wine region in the Ica desert valley south of Lima, where the Humboldt Current's cooling Pacific influence moderates extreme desert heat. Pisco — the grape brandy distilled from Quebranta and aromatic varieties — is Peru's defining contribution to the spirits world. Dry table wine production from Tannat, Malbec, and Sauvignon Blanc is emerging as Peruvian sommeliers seek to match pisco's global recognition.
| Year | Rating | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | — | Good Ica vintage; Humboldt influence preserved freshness in Sauvignon Blanc |
| 2022 | — | Outstanding year; Tacama Gran Tinto achieved notable complexity |
| 2021 | — | Good desert conditions; balanced ripeness across reds and whites |
| 2020 | — | Consistent growing season; structured Tannat-Malbec with good depth |
| 2019 | — | Benchmark Ica vintage; Lima's gastronomy scene elevated the region's profile |
| 2018 | — | Warm Ica year moderated by Humboldt; concentrated, structured reds |
| 2017 | — | El Niño disruption managed by irrigation; top estates maintained quality |