Casa Maestri Reserva de MFM Reposado Tequila

1. Introduction

This is a Reposado (rested) tequila that originates from Mexico, specifically the state of Jalisco. It is produced at Destiladora del Valle de Tequila (NOM 1438). The distillery, known as Casa Maestri, is recognized globally for its consistency and award-winning tequilas. The tequila is crafted from 100% blue Weber agave that is selected for its high sugar content. The production process includes baking the agave in traditional stone ovens and using a small-batch, pot still method of distillation.

2. Spirit Description

The Reserva de MFM Reposado is aged in oak casks for up to one year. Other descriptions state the Reposado undergoes aging for 8 months using whiskey barrels. The aging process imparts a golden hue and adds layers of vanilla, spice, and toasted wood.

• Colour: Golden straw colour. Other descriptions note it is a brilliant golden amber with attractive clarity.

• Aroma: The nose has a light aroma of cooked sweet agave, vanilla, and a hint of light fruit. Other notes include green apple and scorched lime peel, vanilla and cocoa, toasted cedar, and allspice. It also presents very slight herbaceous, clean, grassy, and buttery scents.

• Palate: The initial taste is cooked agave and vanilla. It is a combination of pure agave, oak, vanilla, and spices. Tasting notes include vanilla and lemon cream soda, black pepper, and mallow root and sassafras. Some palates find anise, wood spice (especially cinnamon), a hint of coconut, some clove, and a pronounced pepperiness.

• Body: Smooth and viscous.

• Finish: It has a medium to long finish, with lingering sweetness, subtle spice, and a refined warmth. The finish of oak and chocolate are the most prominent.

• Stylistic Notes: This tequila is smooth, complex, and is described as "Spicy & Complex". It is 100% Puro de Agave.

• ABV: The spirit is bottled at 40% ABV (80 proof).