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750ml
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$148.58
$156.40
Excellent, Highly Recommended - 2020 ULTIMATE SPIRITS CHALLENGE
750ml
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$54.74
$57.62
6 bottles:
$48.94
Una’ means woman in Zapotec, and at CONVITE we wanted to give the name to this mezcal to recognise the struggle of...
750ml
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$150.83
$158.77
Born from fire and oak, Creyente Cristalino Añejo begins its journey in the mineral-rich soils of the Valles...
750ml
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$79.80
$84.00
Dense with mature sugar and fiber, and a complexity that speaks to its age, this mezcal offers fascinating structure....
750ml
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$45.60
$48.00
12 bottles:
$41.04
This is an incredibly friendly expression of Mezcal, exhibiting the light sweetness of fresh root vegetables, stone...
750ml
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$91.20
$96.00
A stellar example of all the qualities that make Madrecuishe so beloved among Agave karwinskii subvarietals. Bright...
750ml
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$96.90
$102.00
Expect an electric, velvety texture with notes of Sichuan peppercorn, blue flowers, green bell peppers and soft...
Brancellao Carignan Ice Wine Mezcal
Carignan is an ancient blue-skinned grape varietal, thought to be indigenous to the Aragon region of Spain. However, today it is most commonly associated with the fine wines of southern France, and has been grown in many countries around the world which have the warm and dry conditions it requires to thrive. Carignan is recognized as being quite a sensitive vine, highly susceptible to all kinds of rot and mildew, although producing excellent results when given the right conditions and handled correctly. Its high tannin levels and acidity make the Carignan grapes very astringent, and as such, they are often used as a blending grape to give body to other, lesser bodied varietals. Despite this, with careful treatment, Carignan can produce superb single varietal wines packed full of character and unique attributes.
Although commonly confused with Tequila, Mexico’s other signature spirit, Mezcal, has its own set of unique characteristics which set it apart. Mezcal is made from the agave plant, although not the blue agave most commonly associated with Tequila production. This drink hails from the arid southern Mexican region of Oaxaca, where it has been made for generations according to traditional recipes and methods, and continues to be extremely popular worldwide today.
One of the defining features of quality Mezcal is its pungent smokiness, a heady aroma which reminds us of campfires and desert nights. This comes from the fact that the pinas (the fruit body) of the agave used in its production are slow cooked in wood fired ovens, before being distilled into a spirit. Mezcal is traditionally bottled with a worm - why? Nobody really seems to know for sure, but this unique drink continues to attract attention and convert new fans thanks to its authenticity, unique flavor and supposed health benefits. It is split into the same categories as Tequila; blanco, reposado and anejo, and although it is often used as a mixer in cocktails, it is best enjoyed straight and uncomplicated, allowing its beautiful and subtle characteristics to shine.