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The aroma opens with rich cooked agave and bright orange citrus, accented by a light, perfumed smoke and earthy pepper. Subtle char and soft grassiness, with a gentle sting of ethyl and a touch of whiskey. On the palate, the smoke is restrained and more supportive, allowing bold citrus (pineapple/orange) and sweet agave to lead. Hints of wood, baking spice, anise, and spearmint thread through, touched with salinity that blends well. The barrel influence is noted and noticed. The finish is gentle and lasting, with lingering agave sweetness, spearmint, a touch of salt, and green grassiness. I anticipated more smokiness from this but the lack of it lets the other flavors shine. The Master Blender did well.
Agave Swappers Blind Round 2: Repo Vessel: Glencairn Nose: Honey, Floral, Oak, Butter Palate: Caramel, Jalapeno, Cream Finish: Honey, Cinnamon, Cherry, Almond
Aroma: 23/25 Palate: 28/30 Finish: 22/25 Value: 6/10
Found this to be a very solid blanco. Lots of citrus pepper and mint. Agave is not super strong but noticeable. Would definitely have again.
Nose: Citrus, Floral, Cinnamon, Mint, Palate: Carmel, Pepper, Orange Finish: Butterscotch, Chocolate, Almond, Agave, Oak
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LO14H210268 05:34PM 2917 09/10/2020 Volcan De Mi Tierra Limited Edition Blanco Smoke. Special because it was given to me by the man himself, Santiago Cortina Gallardo. Aroma of grapefruit citrus, cooked agave, mineral, pepper and a hint of peat. Buttery mouthfeel with generous alcohol. Flavor: Cooked agave, pineapple, licorice, mineral, pepper, herbal and that hint of peat from the Ardbeg barrels compliments nicely. Long finish with all flavor components carrying throughout.