Production Details | |
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NOM : | 1414 , |
Agave Type : | Tequilana Weber , |
Agave Region : | Jalisco (Los Altos) , |
Region : | Jalisco (Los Altos Southern) , |
Cooking : | Stone/Brick Ovens , |
Extraction : | Roller Mill , |
Water Source : | Deep well water , |
Fermentation : | Stainless steel tanks, 100% agave, Open-air fermentation, Champagne Yeast, Fermentation without fibers , |
Distillation : | 2x distilled , |
Still : | Copper Pot , |
Aging : | American White Oak barrels, Used barrels , |
ABV/Proof : | 46% abv (92-proof) |
Other : | Blended batches |
Nose: Bright and direct with cooked agave leading the way, framed by a mineral edge and a touch of salinity. Citrus zest lifts the profile, while cinnamon and black pepper adds warmth. A faint trace of alcohol rises but folds back quickly, letting the spice and agave hold center. Palate & Mouthfeel: Medium light on weight but strikingly oily, coating the palate. Agave drives the flavor from the first sip, joined by a lively punch of jalapeño and black pepper that builds. Citrus cuts through with freshness, while minerality keeps the structure taut. Finish: Clean, the finish hums with sweet agave underscored by that persistent peppery spice. A subtle lift from the champagne yeast lingers - not completely obvious, but felt as a faint effervescence and a soft, almost vinous brightness that carries the flavors further than expected. Final Thoughts: This blanco captures a balance I look for - sweet, expressive agave tempered by spice that feels deliberate and alive. Compared to their high proof blanco, this carries more edge and character, with a spiciness that doesn’t overwhelm but instead sharpens the profile. For me, it’s the stronger of the two, and a standout example of how heat and sweetness can meet in harmony.