Derrumbes Guerrero Destilado De Agave 750ml
Derrumbes Guerrero Destilado De Agave 750ml
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Derrumbes Guerrero Destilado de Agave
Derrumbes Guerrero offers an extraordinary journey into one of Mexico's most remote and visually stunning agave frontiers. Crafted by maestro vinatero Israel Ríos Bucio in the isolated mountains of Coyuca de Catalán, this ultra-traditional destilado de agave highlights the incredible complexity of the region's most emblematic maguey.
This expression is made entirely from mature, wild Agave cupreata, known locally as penca ancha due to its remarkably wide, tooth-rimmed leaves. The plants are harvested by hand, roasted in an underground conical stone pit oven fueled with white oak, and mechanically shredded. After a completely natural, open-air fermentation using wild ambient yeasts, the spirit undergoes double distillation using an ancestral Filipino-style hybrid still. This distinct apparatus features a hollowed-out higuera blanca (white fig) tree trunk sitting atop a copper pot. Bottled at 44.6% ABV, it is a highly textural, savory, and beautifully funky spirit that prioritizes pure agave character, earth, and umami over simple smoke.
Tasting Notes
- Look: Completely clear with luminous, pristine clarity and heavy, slow-moving tears.
- Aroma: A fascinating and deeply savory bouquet opening with notes of fresh wild lavender, honeysuckle, and rich cooked agave, layered beneath complex hints of damp earth, sea salt, and a mild, creamy funk reminiscent of artisanal cheese.
- Taste: Round, rich, and wonderfully oily on the palate. Bright flavors of overripe cantaloupe, tangerine, and dark mango integrate seamlessly with notes of rich milk chocolate, hazelnut, and charred nopal.
- Finish: Long, warming, and decidedly dry, showcasing a beautiful minerality of wet slate, menthol, and a subtle, delicate kiss of oak wood smoke.
Production Highlights
- Agave Type: 100% Wild Agave cupreata (Penca Ancha), harvested at 8 to 15 years of maturity.
- Origin: Coyuca de Catalán, Guerrero, Mexico.
- Maestro Vinatero: Israel Ríos Bucio.
- Cooking Method: Pit-roasted in an underground stone oven over slow-burning white oak.
- Fermentation: 100% natural wild yeast fermentation in open-air tubs.
- Distillation: Double-distilled in a traditional Filipino hybrid still made from a hollowed-out white fig tree trunk over a copper pot.
- Proof: 44.6% ABV (89.2 Proof).
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What is the difference between Tequila & Mezcal?
Tequila is a type of mezcal, much like how scotch and bourbon are types of whiskey.
Tequila and mezcal are both types of agave-based spirits that are popular in Mexico, but there are some key differences between the two. Tequila is made exclusively from the blue agave plant, which is primarily grown in the area surrounding the city of Tequila, about 40 miles northwest of Guadalajara. Mezcal, on the other hand, can be made from any type of agave plant, and is often made using traditional, labor-intensive methods.
One of the most noticeable differences between tequila and mezcal is their flavor. Tequila is typically smooth and subtle, with hints of fruit and spices, while mezcal has a more complex, smoky flavor that comes from the roasting of the agave hearts before they are fermented and distilled.
Another difference between the two spirits is their production process. Tequila is typically made using modern industrial methods, while mezcal is often produced using traditional techniques that have been passed down for generations. This can give mezcal a more authentic, artisanal character.
In general, tequila is considered to be a more refined and sophisticated spirit, while mezcal is often viewed as a more rustic and traditional drink. Both are popular in Mexico and are enjoyed around the world, so the best way to decide which one you like is to try them both and see which one suits your tastes.
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