La Tierra de Acre Cenizo is a joven mezcal from Valle de Florida in Durango, made by mezcalero Jorge Burciaga from wild-harvested Cenizo agave (Agave durangensis) and bottled at 90 proof (45% ABV).
The wild Cenizo plants are 8 to 14 years old when harvested. They are roasted for five days, then milled by hand with an axe, or hacha, the traditional way. Fermentation takes place in 350-litre tinas with spring water, and the mezcal is distilled in a 350-litre copper still.
It has a medium nose and a complex taste with a light, smooth finish. The flavour brings spicy, peppery notes with an earthy texture and even a slightly lactic aroma.
A true small-producer mezcal, it makes a fine gift for agave explorers.
Sip it neat from a copita.
Mezcal is made by roasting agave hearts, traditionally in earthen pits, then crushing, fermenting and distilling them, a process that gives the spirit its characteristic smoky depth. Each agave variety and each village brings its own character, which is why enthusiasts love exploring small-batch bottlings.
Mezcal and other agave spirits are traditionally sipped from a copita or a small clay cup, in small sips, often alongside orange slices dusted with sal de gusano. Many are made in tiny batches by individual families, so each bottle is a snapshot of a particular place, agave and season.
Tasting Notes
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Nose: Medium, with a slightly lactic note.
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Palate: Spicy and peppery, with an earthy texture.
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Finish: Light and smooth.
Specifications
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Producer: La Tierra de Acre (mezcalero Jorge Burciaga)
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Style: Mezcal, Joven
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Agave: Wild Cenizo (Agave durangensis), 8-14 years
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Distillation: 350-litre copper still
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Proof / ABV: 90 proof (45% ABV)
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Region: Valle de Florida, Durango, Mexico
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Size: 750ml
How to Enjoy It
Sip it neat from a copita with orange slices. It pairs with grilled meats, roasted chiles or aged cheese.
Frequently Asked Questions
What agave is used?
Wild Cenizo, Agave durangensis.
How is it milled?
By hand, with an axe.
Where is it made?
In Valle de Florida, Durango.
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