Mezcal Los Siete Misterios Tobala (46.5%)

A twice-distilled mezcal from San Dionisio, Oaxaca, made from Agave Potatorum, the Tobala. The agave grows wild on remote mountain slopes and reproduces only by seed, which limits availability. The pinas are roasted in an earthen oven with wood and river stones, then double distilled in a copper pot still. Batch TBL01/17 dates from 2017. The nose shows flowers, wild herbs, light smoke and a mineral undertone. The palate brings tropical fruit, green herbs, subtle agave sweetness and delicate smoke. The mouthfeel is elegant and light, with a fine texture, and the finish is long and aromatic with lingering flowers and a dry, mineral close.