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The peppery scent suggests jalapeño and roasted tomato. Meanwhile, the palate shows a pineapple-like sweetness...
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On the nose, there is candied lime, soft white flowers, with more vegetal notes of bell pepper and cucumber skin...
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Intense herbaceous, mineral, earthy tones, light smokes, forest breeze, long-lasting lingering in the mouth.
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A sweet nose, an intoxicating range of flavors that include vanilla, coco, nougat and toasted oak, extending through...
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The highest proof spirit released by El Buho, the Arroqueño is a rare agave used by the Jimenez Mendez family to...
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The flagship mezcal of El Buho’s line, the espadin has a light roast and smoke to its nose. Medium in body with...
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A velvety and bright expression, the Jabali has strong baking spice on the nose with light citric notes. White...
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This special batch of mezcal is made exclusively from Espadín agave planted 10 years ago by the Jimenez Mendez...
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Cuishe (pronounced varyingly “kwee-sh” or “kwee-shay”) is a subvarietal of the Agave karwinskii species of...
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Not just any Espadín mezcal, every batch released under the El Jolgorio label is wildly unique, a bottle to be...
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Madrecuishe is a subvarietal of the Agave karwinskii species of agave, which grow wild in certain parts of Oaxaca,...
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Mexicano (Agave rhodacantha) is among the most widespread varieties in Mexico, with examples turning up and even...
Mezcal Mencia Roditis
Although commonly confused with Tequila, Mexico’s other signature spirit, Mezcal, has its own set of unique characteristics which set it apart. Mezcal is made from the agave plant, although not the blue agave most commonly associated with Tequila production. This drink hails from the arid southern Mexican region of Oaxaca, where it has been made for generations according to traditional recipes and methods, and continues to be extremely popular worldwide today.
One of the defining features of quality Mezcal is its pungent smokiness, a heady aroma which reminds us of campfires and desert nights. This comes from the fact that the pinas (the fruit body) of the agave used in its production are slow cooked in wood fired ovens, before being distilled into a spirit. Mezcal is traditionally bottled with a worm - why? Nobody really seems to know for sure, but this unique drink continues to attract attention and convert new fans thanks to its authenticity, unique flavor and supposed health benefits. It is split into the same categories as Tequila; blanco, reposado and anejo, and although it is often used as a mixer in cocktails, it is best enjoyed straight and uncomplicated, allowing its beautiful and subtle characteristics to shine.
This vividly rosé colored grape varietal has been grown in and around the Attica region for centuries, and due to its elegant characteristics and fantastic flavors, it has gained popularity all over Greece over the past twenty-five years. Nowadays, you'd be just as likely to find vineyards growing Roditis grape varietals in the Peloponnese mountains, in Thessaly, Macedonia and many other parts of the country. Indeed, on the slopes of the Peloponnese, Roditis grapes are exclusively grown for the production of the wines of AOC Patra, where the award winning dry white wines of the region are made from 100% Roditis grapes, and are prized by wine collectors and Greek wine fans alike.
Roditis grapes produce the best results when they are cultivated to relatively very low yields, with the mountainous slopes giving them both the perfect amount of sunshine and the unique range of minerals in order to ripen and maintain their delightful flavor. Wines made from Roditis grapes tend to hold quite strong citrus flavors, making them an ideal drink for refreshment on a hot day. Their long, complex after-tastes are what they are most revered for, making them a great accompaniment for the local seafood cuisine of the region they are grown in.
Additional Information on Greek Wines
Greek Wines
Ancient Greek Wines – A Brief History of Wine in Greece
The Myth of Dionysus, Greek God of Wine
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