Vago Mexicano Mezcal

Detailed Description

In order to craft Mezcal Vago Mexicano, Aquilino harvests mature Mexicano agave, which grow naturally in the village of Candelaria Yegolé. Aquilino finds the agave by hiking through the mountains of the Sierra Sur and identifying the agave growing in the valleys and forests of the region. Once he harvests the wild agave, he hand-selects each piña used to create Mezcal Vago Mexicano based on its maturity and flavor profile. The piñas from the Mexicano agave are mixed with the piñas from the Espadin agave, and are then roasted together.

Vago Mexicano Mezcal Tasting Notes

Nose: Light aroma of sweet potatoes, citrus and flint.

Palate: Bananas, plantains and caramel flavors.

Finish: Woody, with trace notes of caramel.

Distillery Information

Tío Rey’s town of Gulerá is about 15 minutes up the valley and is part of the municipality Villas Sola de Vega. The lush mountain valley is a 2.5-hour drive from Oaxaca and sits at 1450 M above sea level. Tío Rey has a great supply of spring water that flows year-round and contributes to his unique flavor.

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