Pluma Negra Tobalá is an artisanal mezcal made by maestro mezcalero Rodolfo Hernández Aguilar from wild Tobalá agave (Agave potatorum) harvested in the semi-tropical mountain climate of San Juan del Río, Oaxaca. It is bottled at 48% ABV.
The agave is roasted in an underground oven, crushed by a horse-drawn tahona, fermented in open-air pine vats and double distilled in copper pot stills. Tobalá is a small, wild agave prized for its intense aromatic qualities.
Delicate aromas of chocolate, plum and a slight touch of tobacco lead to a palate of sweet pineapple and mango, with a light tone of peppermint and cinnamon.
The bottle with its black feather label makes a striking gift for agave enthusiasts.
Sip it slowly 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: Chocolate, plum and a touch of tobacco.
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Palate: Sweet pineapple, mango, peppermint and cinnamon.
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Finish: Clean and gentle.
Specifications
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Producer: Pluma Negra (Rodolfo Hernández Aguilar)
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Style: Mezcal Artesanal
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Expression / Batch: Tobalá (Agave potatorum)
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Proof / ABV: 96 proof (48% ABV)
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Region: San Juan del Río, Oaxaca, Mexico
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Size: 750ml
How to Enjoy It
Sip it slowly from a copita at room temperature. It pairs with tropical fruit, chocolate or citrus.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who made it?
Maestro mezcalero Rodolfo Hernández Aguilar.
How is it made?
Underground oven, horse-drawn tahona, pine vats and copper double distillation.
What proof is it?
It is bottled at 48% ABV.
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