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The peppery scent suggests jalapeño and roasted tomato. Meanwhile, the palate shows a pineapple-like sweetness...
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The peppery scent suggests jalapeño and roasted tomato. Meanwhile, the palate shows a pineapple-like sweetness...
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On the nose, there is candied lime, soft white flowers, with more vegetal notes of bell pepper and cucumber skin...
750ml
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Intense herbaceous, mineral, earthy tones, light smokes, forest breeze, long-lasting lingering in the mouth.
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A sweet nose, an intoxicating range of flavors that include vanilla, coco, nougat and toasted oak, extending through...
750ml
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The highest proof spirit released by El Buho, the Arroqueño is a rare agave used by the Jimenez Mendez family to...
750ml
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The flagship mezcal of El Buho’s line, the espadin has a light roast and smoke to its nose. Medium in body with...
750ml
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$99.99
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A velvety and bright expression, the Jabali has strong baking spice on the nose with light citric notes. White...
750ml
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This special batch of mezcal is made exclusively from Espadín agave planted 10 years ago by the Jimenez Mendez...
750ml
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Barril is a subvarietal of the Agave karwinskii species of agave, which grow wild in certain parts of Oaxaca,...
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Cuishe (pronounced varyingly “kwee-sh” or “kwee-shay”) is a subvarietal of the Agave karwinskii species of...
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Madrecuishe is a subvarietal of the Agave karwinskii species of agave, which grow wild in certain parts of Oaxaca,...
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Mexicano (Agave rhodacantha) is among the most widespread varieties in Mexico, with examples turning up and even...
Mezcal Mencia Refosco Robola
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.
In the mountains of Cephalonia, the mineral rich soils assist in the growing of one of the finest of Greece's white grape varietals – the Robola grape. These noble yellowish grapes are notable for the wines they produce, which generally contain summer fruits, peach and citrus aromas, coupled with flavors which extend beyond the usual range of white wines, revealing smoky and mineral notes, and a lengthy, lemony after-taste. These fine characteristics helped the regions it is grown in gain AOC status, and wine-makers in this area have many generations of practice in bringing out the elegant and subtle characteristics of this grape.
Robola, and the other wines of Cephalonia have a long and illustrious history, being mentioned even in ancient epic poems such as Homer's Iliad. However, it was the Venetians who first recognized the great potential of Robola grapes, which quickly became the focus for the areas wine-makers and tradesmen. Nowadays, Robola wines act as an excellent example of a refined Greek dry white wine, which can be either drank as a light and refreshing summer aperitif, or alongside grilled white meats, salads, or white fish. Robola wines, as a rule, do not age particularly well, and it is highly recommended that bottles are drunk young, within two years of bottling. By doing so, you can enjoy the unique characteristics of this remarkable wine, complete with the balanced combination of chalky, smoky citrus flavors and delicate peach aromas which typify the finest examples of Robola varietal wines.
Additional Information on Greek Wines
Greek Wines
Ancient Greek Wines – A Brief History of Wine in Greece
The Myth of Dionysus, Greek God of Wine
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