Bozal Single Maguey Tepeztate Mezcal 750ml

Herbaceous aromas, with a touch of wet stone on the nose, accompanied by grapefruit zest, orange flower and pine. Fresh florals, white pepper and minerals are highlighted on the palate with prominent notes of spice on the finish. The Tepeztate, a subspecies of the Marmorata Family of agave, has a very distinct, erratic leaf structure and flourishes best on the sides of steep, rocky cliffs. The Tepeztate produces beautiful quiotes at the end of life which flower a rich yellow before turning to seed. This agave offers a powerful, unique aroma dominated by floral characteristics. Offers up aromas of salted bread, grapefruit peel, and wet stone. The smokiness on the front of the palate melts and morphs into white floral blossom with dusky orange and meringue. Spicy on the finish, the 90-proof Tepeztate is made a subspecies of the Marmorata agave grown on steep, rocky cliffs