Nose: Burnt sugar leads with a deep, inviting sweetness, quickly joined by cooked agave and smooth vanilla. Stone fruit and orange add a bright lift, while cinnamon and anise weave in a subtle spice. A measured oak presence rounds it out, giving the aromas both weight and balance. Palate & Mouthfeel: Medium in body, opening with caramel and agave before barrel oak steps forward. Vanilla and cinnamon follow, joined by anise and a light black pepper bite. Orange zest brings a crisp edge, while cherry and apricot deliver a ripe, rounded fruitiness that ties neatly into the spice and oak. Finish: Warming and sweet, yet kept in check, with barrel spice lingering just long enough to leave a lasting impression. Final Thoughts: An outstanding añejo with remarkable balance and depth, especially at around $120. It’s expressive without being overdone, delivering both richness and restraint. The only drawback- it’s not readily available in my neck of the woods. Thank goodness for online shopping.
Nose: Sweet and inviting right out of the glass. You get cherry and ripe berries up front, with vanilla rounding things out and a solid base of cooked agave and oak. It’s got that desserty vibe without going overboard. Palate & Mouthfeel: The flavors from the nose carry through nicely with cherry, vanilla, and sweet cooked agave being joined by a touch of anise and a warm pepper kick that gives it some depth. The mouthfeel is smooth and balanced, with just enough heat to keep it interesting. Finish: That warm spice from the anise and pepper lingers in a really pleasant way. Not overpowering, just cozy. Final Thoughts: Definitely on the sweeter side, but really well done. Easy to sip, full of flavor, and an excellent value for what you’re getting.
Nose: This nose is near perfect. Maple, Carmel, Agave, Toffee, Oak, Vanilla. The depth of this nose is really one for the books! Light to Medium Bodied Palate/ Finish: Toffee, Vanilla, Cherry and Black Pepper that stay prominent to the finish with some baking spice as
Nose: Butterscotch, Chamomile, Apricot, Vanilla Palate: Nutmeg, Oak, Pepper Finish: Vanilla, Raisin, Brulee, Oak
A high proof XA. Right up my alley. Great nose of vanilla, caramel and oak. You can pull some cooked agave. Toffee and fruits. Cherry. On the palate this is an explosion of flavor. Sweet caramel, vanilla, dried fruit, whiskey, cinnamon. Oaky, alcohol and a touch of tobacco.
Fantastic, complex aroma has distinct cooked agave up front but also traditional barrel notes of caramel and vanilla. Then, fruits like cherry, apple and pear. A lot going on here. Complexity continues in the flavor with nearly all the aromas showing up in some fashion. The 6 year aging may take this a bit into a whiskey-like flavor. Finish is long, sweet and warm. Alquimia is a great brand that doesn’t seem to always get the recognition they deserve. This is a great cold weather supper. 2024 Annual XA Tasting 12-24-2024
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Nose: Oak and barrel spice set the stage, followed by a steady thread of cooked agave. Dried stone fruit adds a subtle richness, while leather, cinnamon, and anise give it a darker, spiced complexity. Palate & Mouthfeel: Full-bodied, with oak and agave leading before dark cherry and barrel spice step in. Vanilla and caramel bring a smooth sweetness, rounded by a touch of butter. There’s a mild drying astringency, but it stays in check. The spice is persistent yet balanced, layered with that leathery edge and a hint of tobacco leaf. Finish: Spicy, sweet, and gently bitter - woven together in harmonious balance. Final Thoughts: Deep, complex, and bold, yet carrying a refined nuance throughout. While my own preference leans toward less-aged profiles (the VI Extra Añejo is my sweet spot), there’s no denying how well crafted this is. For those who favor aged agave with real depth, this one will hit the mark.