https://mail.tequila.net/ https://mail.tequila.net/mezcal-reviews/reposados/discussions/review.html?id=3241 https://mail.tequila.net/mezcal-reviews/reposados/discussions/review.html?id=3241 Not a big mezcal drinker but I enjoyed this one, probably I have a special place in my hart for it since it was my first mezcal. Sweet in the nose with smoke, a bit of wood, some vegetable notes and spices. Nice tasting, not overly intense like some mezcals, again with the sweet, smoke, wood and vegetable. Nice finish with sweet aftertaste. Great bottle, love how they did the top. ]]> Wed, 09 Apr 2014 15:57:21 +0000 https://mail.tequila.net/mezcal-reviews/reposados/discussions/review.html?id=3197 https://mail.tequila.net/mezcal-reviews/reposados/discussions/review.html?id=3197 I've not been a Mezcal drinker, but this turned me into one!!! ]]> Sat, 01 Feb 2014 21:09:53 +0000 https://mail.tequila.net/mezcal-reviews/reposados/discussions/review.html?id=3182 https://mail.tequila.net/mezcal-reviews/reposados/discussions/review.html?id=3182 This is a pretty good tequila…oh, wait, it's a mescal. My prior experience with mescals was many years ago and I recall whatever I had was pretty rot-gut stuff - not conducive of trying again. Then I recently had a premium mescal and thoroughly enjoyed the smokey, earthy flavor, reminiscent of Lagavulin scotch. I've been drinking/collecting premium tequilas for the last few years, but the high end mescal (forget what it was) I'd drunk hit a special spot - like tequila but different in a way that made me want to add mescal to my usual repertoire. So, I hit the local liquor store, which has a surprisingly good selection of premium spirits, to include a number of high-end tequilas. Alas, other than the $20 buck mescal with the worm in the bottle, they had only one "premium" mescal - Zignum Reposado. I bought the only bottle they had and took it home in great anticipation. What I tasted was a very good approximation of a very good tequila - no smokey flavor I had been craving. I was disappointed - not that it was bad - it was very good, but it wasn't the mescal experience I'd expected. That said, it's good, with a weak amber tea color and slow tears on the glass. The nose is earthy, with hints of coconut, vanilla, and caramel. There's a slight chalkiness to it, sort of like the smell of rain on limestone. It's a part of the nose I like and look for in my favorite tequilas, so it was welcome here. There is an immediate burn on the tongue, but a slight oiliness quickly smooths this out…it is very smooth on the palate after the initial burn. There's a hint of the smoke I was looking for, but it's elusive, like a highland malt (Dalwinnie?). I could not taste agave until the finish, where a hint of smoke also present. All in all, it's good, smooth, and tequila-like. But if you're looking for the mescal smoke and earthiness, Zignum may not be what you're looking for. ]]> Sun, 12 Jan 2014 00:01:18 +0000 https://mail.tequila.net/mezcal-reviews/reposados/discussions/review.html?id=2781 https://mail.tequila.net/mezcal-reviews/reposados/discussions/review.html?id=2781 incredible aftermath of deep flavour. very rich bold combination of smokiness and essence. ]]> Sun, 30 Dec 2012 07:16:29 +0000 https://mail.tequila.net/mezcal-reviews/reposados/discussions/review.html?id=2680 https://mail.tequila.net/mezcal-reviews/reposados/discussions/review.html?id=2680 I don’t have a ton of experience with mezcals, but given their relationship with tequilas, I feel that I should learn a bit more about them and the flavors inherent in that Mexican spirit. Here goes: Aroma: Smoke and oak. Initial Taste: There is some initial sweetness that had some citric acidity to it. There’s also some grass and the approaching smoke flavor. Body: Medium-thin body. Not really oily at all. The smoke is very forward, but there are complimentary flavors or fruit, grass and a touch of vanilla. Finish: The finish last a medium-long duration with flavors of smoke, wood and a hint of something that tastes like rubber. It could be an earthy aspect of mezcals with which I’m not familiar. At the end of the finish, the smoke is the most prominent. It’s not totally unpleasant, but I can assure you that mezcals are a spirit that you don’t just jump into right away and fully understand…much like an islay scotch. It’s complex, but very different than an aged tequila. It doesn’t have as much sweetness, but definitely has complex flavors. If you enjoy an islay scotch or a sweet/smoky combo, you would probably enjoy this mezcal. ]]> Wed, 03 Oct 2012 01:43:57 +0000 https://mail.tequila.net/mezcal-reviews/reposados/discussions/review.html?id=2404 https://mail.tequila.net/mezcal-reviews/reposados/discussions/review.html?id=2404 Aztecali, nose of citrus and mint. Taste offers a hint of wood and a tropical feel. Aztecali can be mixed in cocktails and can be sipped on. For $35, it's worth it. Cheers ]]> Tue, 03 Apr 2012 20:33:52 +0000 https://mail.tequila.net/mezcal-reviews/reposados/discussions/review.html?id=2401 https://mail.tequila.net/mezcal-reviews/reposados/discussions/review.html?id=2401 Aztecali Reposado * Tasted March 2012 * Riedel Tequila Glass Appearance: medium straw - slow tears Aroma: sweet agave with hints of oak and citrus Initial Taste: agave and orange Spirit Body: sweet bread and roasted nuts Finish / Aftertaste: medium heat chocolate finish, citrus and mint aftertaste This Mezcal is similar to Tequila and produced with more modern production methods with Blue Agave from Zacatecas. This is not what you would expect from typical Mezcals and does not exhibit smokey characteristics due to cooking the Agave above ground. Aztecali is a great example of modern Mezcal. ]]> Mon, 02 Apr 2012 00:58:59 +0000 https://mail.tequila.net/mezcal-reviews/reposados/discussions/review.html?id=2400 https://mail.tequila.net/mezcal-reviews/reposados/discussions/review.html?id=2400 Don Antonio Aguilar Reposado * Tasted March 2012 * Riedel Tequila Glass Appearance: medium straw - slow tears Aroma: agave and oak, berries with light grass Initial Taste: sweet agave Spirit Body: agave, vanilla and oak Finish / Aftertaste: heated finish, woody mint aftertaste This Mezcal is similar to Tequila and produced with more modern production methods with Blue Agave from Zacatecas. This is not what you would expect from typical Mezcals and does not exhibit smokey characteristics due to cooking the Agave above ground. ]]> Mon, 02 Apr 2012 00:51:58 +0000 https://mail.tequila.net/mezcal-reviews/reposados/discussions/review.html?id=2269 https://mail.tequila.net/mezcal-reviews/reposados/discussions/review.html?id=2269 This is a great little inexpensive Mezcal.I have read reviews on Mezcal types and different brands ..with scorpions with worms...reviews from the liqour and whiskey snobs now here is the truth..I drink Mezcal because I like it. There is nothing that comes close to the taste of Mezcal... I don't taste the citrus, the leather, the mescaleros' sweat, or the enven the caramel overtones...I do like the peppery bite and the smokey finish you get with a good mezcal. I guess my palete is just not as advanced as some of these tasters, but what I do no is if your looking for fruit get you a bottle of Sangria, and if are looking for a good sipping drink that was called "Fire Water" by the earlier Mexican Indians, Mezcal is as simple as it gets PERIOD...... ]]> Wed, 25 Jan 2012 17:37:29 +0000 https://mail.tequila.net/mezcal-reviews/reposados/discussions/review.html?id=1713 https://mail.tequila.net/mezcal-reviews/reposados/discussions/review.html?id=1713 This is by far the most pleasant tasting mezcal I have tasted. I find myself wanting to pour a second shot. Truly delicious. ]]> Fri, 29 Oct 2010 01:26:53 +0000 https://mail.tequila.net/mezcal-reviews/reposados/discussions/review.html?id=1639 https://mail.tequila.net/mezcal-reviews/reposados/discussions/review.html?id=1639 Ilegal Reposado * Tasted June 2010 * Riedel Tequila Glass Appearance: dark straw - slow tears Aroma: light wood and smoke, hints of agave and cinnamon Initial Taste: buttery agave, smoke Spirit Body: smoked agave and dried fruit Finish / Aftertaste: long finish with sweet citrus and smoked chocolate ]]> Mon, 02 Aug 2010 03:30:07 +0000 https://mail.tequila.net/mezcal-reviews/reposados/discussions/review.html?id=1500 https://mail.tequila.net/mezcal-reviews/reposados/discussions/review.html?id=1500 I bought a bottle from the local state-run liquor store for about $45. I tasted it at room temp. and from my favorite trumpet shaped glass. This is really a nice mezcal, not quite as strong on flavor as Chichicapa, but smooth and still quite flavorful. The nose is vegetal and fairly intense. Initial taste is slightly sweet with agave, oak, and green olives. In that order, with a touch of smoke. Nice. The body is fairly oily to me, but to me, the strong point of this one is the finish. It just goes on and on and makes you want more. I would highly recommend this one. ]]> Mon, 19 Apr 2010 05:44:42 +0000 https://mail.tequila.net/mezcal-reviews/reposados/discussions/review.html?id=971 https://mail.tequila.net/mezcal-reviews/reposados/discussions/review.html?id=971 I got the opportunity to taste this at last years Agave Spirits Challenge. It was so good that I asked for forths. It was exceptional from start to finish. The only reason I don't give this 100 is its availability. I love Del Maguey, I believe he has redefined not only Mezcal and Agave Spirits but all spirits. A single village, single vintage spirit is unknown and eventually someone will have the resources to do a parallel tasting of all villages and vintages ala wine tasting style. That would be something that I think I would especially enjoy seeing. The nose on the Special cask Finish reminds me of a port or madeira, deep raisin or current aromas with a hint of spice like cinnamon or cloves. The color is a deep maroon red with hints of red brick. In the mouth, the casking balances well with smokiness of the Chichicapa. Flavours of ripe red fruit mixed with the earthiness of Chichicapa is perfect complement. The finish lingers and is fresh, clean and longstanding.One of the all time best things I have ever drunk. ]]> Mon, 12 Jan 2009 20:23:17 +0000 https://mail.tequila.net/mezcal-reviews/reposados/discussions/review.html?id=595 https://mail.tequila.net/mezcal-reviews/reposados/discussions/review.html?id=595 Taste is slightly sweet mild agave and wood. Finishes warm and tingly in a nice way. Tiny bit of bitterness on the finish. All in all a top notch Mezcal. When its gone I'll be looking for another.... ]]> Tue, 06 May 2008 18:28:45 +0000 https://mail.tequila.net/mezcal-reviews/reposados/discussions/review.html?id=482 https://mail.tequila.net/mezcal-reviews/reposados/discussions/review.html?id=482 This mezcal has high promise, but fails to meet the mark. It is intensely woody very smoky in flavour. While that isn't always a bad thing the combination of these dominant flavours in this case not only chase away much of the subtlety, they also makes it rather like sipping on a campfire. The overpowering nature of this mezcal makes it fine to sip a little of, but as it lacks depth it doesn't lend itself to savouring. ]]> Mon, 25 Feb 2008 09:24:20 +0000 https://mail.tequila.net/mezcal-reviews/reposados/discussions/review.html?id=24 https://mail.tequila.net/mezcal-reviews/reposados/discussions/review.html?id=24 One of the best Agave Products out in the current market. Great complexity and finish. The caramelized sugar taste is like no other. Great balance between aging and alcohol. Truly a gem. ]]> Sat, 03 Feb 2007 15:40:19 +0000 https://mail.tequila.net/mezcal-reviews/reposados/discussions/review.html?id=15 https://mail.tequila.net/mezcal-reviews/reposados/discussions/review.html?id=15 One very smooooooth Mezcal! A deep amber reposado, with a rested and balanced nose. A sweet smell, with hints of smoke and wood. Initial taste vanilla and cinnamon, body full of spice, smoke, and fruit. Slight warmth on a long smokey aftertaste. ]]> Sat, 13 Jan 2007 18:15:11 +0000 https://mail.tequila.net/mezcal-reviews/reposados/discussions/review.html?id=13 https://mail.tequila.net/mezcal-reviews/reposados/discussions/review.html?id=13 Great stuff! ]]> Sun, 07 Jan 2007 18:21:51 +0000