Convite Mezcal Tepextate 750mL is an artisanal mezcal from Oaxaca, Mexico, crafted from the highly regarded Tepextate agave. Known for its exceptionally long maturation period and distinctive aromatic character, Tepextate is prized by mezcal enthusiasts for producing complex spirits with pronounced herbal, floral, mineral, and earthy qualities. Convite uses traditional Oaxacan production techniques to preserve the unique personality of the agave, resulting in an expressive mezcal with remarkable depth and character.

The nose offers an intriguing combination of roasted agave, wild herbs, citrus, floral notes, and earthy minerals. On the palate, cooked agave and bright citrus are complemented by green herbs, pepper, subtle tropical fruit, and a delicate smoky quality. The finish is long and complex, leaving lingering notes of herbs, minerals, citrus, pepper, and roasted agave.

TASTING NOTES

  • Nose: Roasted agave, wild herbs, citrus, floral notes, earthy minerals

  • Palate: Cooked agave, bright citrus, green herbs, pepper, tropical fruit, gentle smoke

  • Finish: Long and complex with herbs, minerals, citrus, pepper, and roasted agave

FAQS

• What is Convite Mezcal Tepextate?

Convite Tepextate is an artisanal Oaxacan mezcal made from Tepextate agave, an agave variety celebrated for producing highly aromatic and complex mezcal.

• What agave is used in Convite Mezcal Tepextate?

This expression is crafted from Tepextate agave, which is particularly known for its long growing period and distinctive herbal, floral, and mineral characteristics.

• What makes Tepextate agave special?

Tepextate can take many years to reach maturity, developing concentrated flavors and aromas that can translate into exceptionally complex mezcal.

• Where is Convite Mezcal Tepextate produced?

Convite Mezcal is produced in Oaxaca, Mexico, using traditional methods associated with artisanal mezcal production.

• What does Convite Mezcal Tepextate taste like?

Expect an expressive combination of roasted agave, citrus, wild herbs, floral notes, minerals, pepper, tropical fruit, and gentle smoke.

• How should Convite Mezcal Tepextate be enjoyed?

It is best enjoyed neat at room temperature and sipped slowly, allowing the Tepextate agave’s complex herbal, floral, citrus, and mineral qualities to develop.