Del Maguey Minero Single Village Mezcal

Product of: Mexico

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Crafted in a still made of clay with bamboo tubing by Florencio Carlos Sarmiento and his sons Florencio Carlos Vasquez and Luis Carlos Vasquez. Their palenque (production site) lies in the village of Santa Catarina Minas, one hour’s drive through a mountain pass beyond the village of Chichicapa.

Review and Tasting

Sampled on 01/08/2015

Appearance:

(sample bottle Lot: SCM-128) Crystal clear.

Aroma:

Floral, grapefruit and lemon citrus with subtle smokiness. Subtle crème caramel and toffee.

Taste:

Slightly sweet with citrus zest, buttery fudge and vanilla. Some honeysuckle floral notes.

Aftertaste:

Long spicy, peppery finish with fresh lemon zestiness. Pleasing lingering acidity.

Overall:

Smooth and slightly sweet so a very approachable mezcal, while also complex with fabulous zesty citrus notes.