Aroma: cooked agave, earth, oak, saw dust, vanilla, butterscotch, sagebrush Flavor: cooked agave, green apple, cinnamon, vanilla, oak, citrus Soft finish that doesn’t linger too long and easy to drink. Nice medium body texture

Nose: Bright and layered at first pass - cooked agave wrapped in a vinous sweetness, giving way to tropical fruit tones that lean toward pineapple and ripe pear. Oak and vanilla add a gentle warmth underneath, while baking spice brings a subtle reminder of its time in barrel. The nose feels expressive and dessert like, though not heavy. Palate & Mouthfeel: Lighter in texture than the nose suggests. It’s medium-thin, almost watery, with tannins showing up early. The sweetness fades quicker than expected, replaced by oak and white pepper that add structure but also a bit of dryness. Agave stays present throughout, while baking spice and banana peek through toward the end. Finish: Dry and spice driven, with vanilla turning more savory than sweet. A faint oak bitterness closes things out, leaving a clean but slightly astringent impression. Final Thoughts: The nose hints at a deeper rum influenced sweetness that never fully materializes on the palate. While balanced enough, the oak and tannin lean a bit heavy, muting the fruit and warmth promised up front. Pleasant, but it leaves you wishing for more of that aromatic charm to carry through.

Blind tasting at Marty’s in SD. Aroma has caramel and light brown sugar. Taste has strong pepper, agave and decent sweetness. Finish is short and hinting of bitterness.

Tierra de Ensueño Reposado Lot 1 opens with a bright, inviting nose — citrus and tropical fruit, backed by cooked agave, light oak, and cinnamon. On the palate, it’s rich and balanced, showcasing that roasted agave sweetness with warm notes of oak, cinnamon, and just a touch of dark chocolate. The finish brings a pleasant spice that lingers with cinnamon warmth. A beautifully layered reposado that’s both vibrant and smooth — perfect for sipping neat.

Lot 7. This is good but not my favorite lot. Cooked agave and vanilla on the nose. Nice palate of agave, earth, minerality. Good finish.

Nice nose of sweet cooked agave. Citrus, lemon zest, orange peel. Light barrel notes. Cinnamon. Nice and tasty palate. Black pepper, agave, oak, cinnamon, caramel and earthy. Dark Chocolate. Good finish and mouthfeel.