Nose: Caramel and crème brûlée set a rich opening, followed by cooked agave framed in firm oak. Golden raisins add a soft sweetness while cinnamon and nutmeg bring warmth. Beneath that, mineral tones and earth ground things, with a light leathery note giving it a mature, timeworn feel. Palate & Mouthfeel: The texture is thin but oily, coating the palate without much weight. Oak takes the lead here, with agave showing up more quietly in the background. Cinnamon and nutmeg come through with real intensity, tipping savory as a leathery edge develops. Crème brûlée returns alongside a cream soda note, lifted by flashes of orange peel that add some brightness. Finish: Baking spices linger longest, joined by vanilla and a final echo of agave. The oak influence stays present through the fade. Final Thoughts: This is an enjoyable pour, though a bit sweet and the oak pushes a bit too far for my taste and keeps the agave from fully asserting itself. Still, with a bottling date of July 2000, it’s hard not to appreciate the chance to taste a small piece of tequila history.

Review for Blanco Expression not listed on TMM Absolutely delicious profile (vintage)