Del Maguey Mezcal Azul Luis Rio

Detailed Description

Del Maguey is a collection of twelve villages in Oaxaca who use the ancient practices of the Zapotec peoples to produce their vino de mezcal. The common word for agave in Oaxaca is “maguey.” Del Maguey Azul is made from 100% blue agave harvested 7 years after planting. The agave is earth-roasted over hot stones in a conical pit for 3 to 8 days. Crushed using a horse-powered stone mill, it is then naturally fermented in wooden vats for 14 to 30 days and twice distilled in a 350L copper still.

Del Maguey Mezcal Azul Luis Rio Tasting Notes

Nose: A spicy, fruity nose, with soft wood smoke, crème caramel and potpourri.

Palate: Warming and spiced, a little nutmeg, stewed apricot, creaminess and toffee.

Finish: A long, clean, creamy finish.

Distillery Information

Del Maguey (pronounced ma–gay) Single Village Mezcal was founded in 1995, and they’ve been one of the most innovative and trail-blazing international spirits brands since. Their founder, Ron Cooper, is largely credited for the current growing popularity of Mezcal on the international market. His dedication to Mezcal and the country of Mexico, where Del Maguey is produced, has helped to dispel many of the worm-in-bottle and other negative stereotypes that surrounded Mezcal for years.