Mezcales de Leyenda is a cooperative joining small producers from across Mexico to produce a range of organics mezcals from a variety of different wild (sylvestre) agaves which represents the distilling heritage of the different regions. These mezcals offer a great opportunity to sample the characteristics mezcals, from each region.
Each bottling is represented by an animal referring to
ancient Nahua mythology and today is about “El Murcielago” (bat).
I tasted Murciélago
in La Nacional, Condesa (Mexico Df), which is a “joven” (young) mezcal giving
off personality and robustness elaborated in Durango volcanic valleys by small producers who ensure the best
quality and the best care in each bottle. Hailing from the mountainous state of
Durango, this mezcal is made from agave
Duranguensis or Cenizo.
It's exclusive to Durango and Zacatecas, where it is found among pines and oaks in the Sierra (Mountains) or within scrublands in the plains.
Nice logo and bottle reflected by this worthy mezcal representative.
Nose: Cooked agave, orange peel, raspberry flavours…
Palate: Quite dry. Herbal combined with citrus fruits tastes
(orange peel). Earthy and smoky notes. Hints of fresh leather.
Finish: The smoky and dry notes drift away and leave you
with an agreeable sweet and smooth finish.
ABV: 40%
Let’s make a wonderful night flight travelling to the Mexican roots…wake up your spirit...
Salud!
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