Wild Common Mezcal Ensamble | Oaxacan Artisanal Mezcal
Bright, fruit-driven, and unmistakably alive, the Wild Common Mezcal Ensamble from San Luis Del Rio, Oaxaca redefines what mezcal can feel like in the glass. Crafted by Maestro Velasco using traditional methods, this ensamble is a rare expression that welcomes newcomers and rewards connoisseurs in equal measure.
Produced in the storied mezcal region of San Luis Del Rio, Oaxaca, this expression is rooted in time-honored technique: earthen pit roasting, open-air fermentation, and stone tahona extraction come together to yield a spirit that is both deeply traditional and strikingly refreshing. The result is a mezcal that leans decidedly toward the fruity, floral end of the spectrum rather than smoke.
- Nose: Freshly prepared limonada, green agave, tropical fruits, and coconut cream open with an inviting, garden-fresh brightness.
- Palate: White peaches, underripe kiwi, and sweet limes give way to warm slate and wet earth, with a mouthfeel that evokes a cool sip of well water on a warm afternoon, finishing with bright notes of fresh mint and jasmine.
- Finish: Crisp and refreshing, the finish evolves beautifully on the palate, revealing new layers with each return.
The Wild Common Ensamble shines in a Mezcal Paloma or a lightly sweetened Mezcal Spritz, where its tropical brightness and cool minerality can take center stage without competition.
Best enjoyed neat or over a single large ice cube to let the complexity unfold. A traditionally produced ensamble mezcal from San Luis Del Rio, Oaxaca, made for those who appreciate the artistry behind every drop.
Description
Bright, fruit-driven, and unmistakably alive, the Wild Common Mezcal Ensamble from San Luis Del Rio, Oaxaca redefines what mezcal can feel like in the glass. Crafted by Maestro Velasco using traditional methods, this ensamble is a rare expression that welcomes newcomers and rewards connoisseurs in equal measure.
Produced in the storied mezcal region of San Luis Del Rio, Oaxaca, this expression is rooted in time-honored technique: earthen pit roasting, open-air fermentation, and stone tahona extraction come together to yield a spirit that is both deeply traditional and strikingly refreshing. The result is a mezcal that leans decidedly toward the fruity, floral end of the spectrum rather than smoke.
- Nose: Freshly prepared limonada, green agave, tropical fruits, and coconut cream open with an inviting, garden-fresh brightness.
- Palate: White peaches, underripe kiwi, and sweet limes give way to warm slate and wet earth, with a mouthfeel that evokes a cool sip of well water on a warm afternoon, finishing with bright notes of fresh mint and jasmine.
- Finish: Crisp and refreshing, the finish evolves beautifully on the palate, revealing new layers with each return.
The Wild Common Ensamble shines in a Mezcal Paloma or a lightly sweetened Mezcal Spritz, where its tropical brightness and cool minerality can take center stage without competition.
Best enjoyed neat or over a single large ice cube to let the complexity unfold. A traditionally produced ensamble mezcal from San Luis Del Rio, Oaxaca, made for those who appreciate the artistry behind every drop.
