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Fantastic Anejo! Bourbon heavy but still very good!
Nose is nice French oak barrel, some agave and fulano funk still in there, pallet is more of that agave, French oak notes clear, sweet, caramel, some leather, some nuttiness, very nice sipper, goes down easy
Too funky/blue cheese for my palate
Bottle: LOTE 18DFB24, Bottle 19957 Appearance: Clear Initial thoughts… Nose: Raw agave, herbal, lactic Palate: Cooked agave, citrus, vegetal Finish: Black pepper, brine/salinity, alcohol Final review pending…
Bottle: LOTE 23DFR25, Bottle: 6374 Appearance: Golden mustard rose Nose: Cooked and raw agave, vanilla, flowers, lactic, toasted nuts, almond, pine tree, oak, raw honey, citrus, orange peel, tropical fruit, grilled pineapple, white pepper, minerality, wet cement, dry earth, brine/salinity, and olive…a really great mix of aromas Palate: Cooked agave, baking spice, cinnamon, nutmeg, clove, vanilla, oak, butter, minerality, black and white pepper, alcohol, brine/salinity, olive, almond, walnut, herbal, sage, lactic, Parmesan cheese, and licorice…good, but more constrained than the nose Finish: Cinnamon, clove, alcohol, raw agave, and cedar…long and warming with a viscous mouthfeel and baking spices predominating Overall: This is polished and refined expression of aged agave that is certainly worth your attention. There’s complexity with sweetness and fruit up front that transitions into a spicier palate and finishes with a punch. Although some element of malolactic fermentation persists through the barrel influence, it’s quite mellowed in comparison to the blanco. Don’t be fooled by the ease of accessibility…this is a true heavy hitter.
Nose: Earthy minerals, white pepper, clean alcohol, airy herbal scent. Taste: Creamy cooked agave, caramelized agave sweetness. White pepper. Rustic quality Overall: Excellent quality. Well balanced. Overproof?
Nose: Fresh and briney right away, showing both raw and cooked agave with a touch of tartness. There’s a crisp, green edge from raw vegetables and just a hint of butter softening it up. It feels bright, clean, and a little coastal. Palate & Mouthfeel: Slick but light on the tongue. Sweet agave leads, joined by chili pepper, olive brine, and a touch of floral character. There’s a slight tannic dryness that gives it some grip, and that fresh chili note suggests at least some fermentation with fibers. Finish: The dry grip hangs on, carrying those same savory and peppery notes through. A cool mint note shows up late and ties it all together nicely. Final Thoughts: Layered, flavorful, and complex without being fussy. It’s got a great mix of sweet, savory, and spice, and feels well-balanced for a high proof pour - especially at the price.
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