AGAVE DE CORTÉS 3-YEAR-OLD AÑEJO MEZCAL
750 ML BOTTLE
SANTIAGO MATATLÁN, OAXACA
CASA MEZCALERA CORTÉS SANTIAGO MATATLÁN, OAXACA
"The pinnacle of artisanal maturation and the ultimate expression of Oaxacan tradition. Agave de Cortés 3-Year-Old Añejo is a collector's gem made from 100% Espadín maguey, markedly dry, ultra-silky, and deeply complex, slowly matured for three years in oak barrels."
Ancestral Tradition from Matatlán, Extended Aging, and a Dry Profile
The Agave de Cortés 3-Year-Old Añejo Mezcal 750 ml represents the pinnacle of artisanal distillation crafted by the venerable Casa Mezcalera Cortés in the world capital of mezcal, Santiago Matatlán, Oaxaca. Strictly dry in its organoleptic classification, this ultra-luxury spirit is produced by Master Mezcalero Francisco Cortés Hernández using 100% Espadín maguey (Agave angustifolia). After underground conical cooking, traditional milling, and double distillation in a copper still, it undergoes a prolonged resting period of 36 full months in carefully selected oak barrels. It boasts a deep coppery mahogany hue and delivers a sublime sensory experience marked by aromas of toasted oak, concentrated vanilla, bitter cacao, nuts, fine spices, tobacco, dried fruits, and the unmistakable memory of gently smoked cooked agaves. Purchase it with free shipping on orders over MXN $1,499 throughout Mexico and a guarantee of authenticity at La Cava Shop.
1. Product Technical Details
Product Name: Agave de Cortés 3-Year-Old Añejo Mezcal 750 ml.
Distillery / Mezcalería: Casa Mezcalera Cortés (Agave de Cortés).
Master Mezcalero: Francisco Cortés Hernández.
Specific Origin: Santiago Matatlán, Valles Centrales, Oaxaca, Mexico.
Maguey / Agave: 100% Espadín (Agave angustifolia).
Category / Type: Artisanal Añejo Mezcal (3 Years Aged / Gran Reserva).
Sweetness Classification: Dry (No added sugars or caramel, with a refined creamy texture, polished wood tannins, and a prolonged woody finish).
Aging: 36 months (3 years) matured in oak barrels.
Alcohol Content: 43.0% ABV.
Net Content: 750 ml bottle.
Serving Temperature: 16°C - 18°C (Enjoy alone in a tasting glass or traditional veladora glass).
SKU / MPN: MX-CASA-CORTES-AGAVE-ANEJO3Y-750ML
2. Luxury Tasting Notes
Appearance: Intense coppery mahogany color with antique golden highlights and an extremely dense, slow-falling tear.
Nose: Overwhelmingly complex; powerful notes of fine oak, natural vanilla, dark chocolate, espresso, nutmeg, cinnamon, tobacco leaf, and dried fruit are framed by a distinctive smoky smoke.
Palate: Markedly dry, silky, full-bodied, and infinitely elegant on the palate. Its entry reflects the perfect balance between the maturity of the barrel, warm spices, and a long finish of woody cooked maguey.
3. Oenological Tasting Profile
4. Recommended Moments and Pairings
Precision Gourmet Pairing (Expanded): A cult spirit to accompany fine dining dinners and collector's digestifs; it pairs exceptionally well with Oaxacan festive black mole, fine grilled Prime beef cuts (Tomahawk, Cowboy, Ribeye), roasted goat, baked sweetbreads, confit suckling pig, high-end cigars, 80% cacao artisanal chocolates, truffle cake, candied nut tart, and aged hard cheeses.
Suggested Moments:
- Special Celebration: The ultimate flagship mezcal to commemorate major triumphs, anniversaries, weddings, graduations, and unique milestones.
- Business: A collector's spirit that projects absolute prestige, sophistication, and knowledge at high-level executive dinners.
- Gift: An imposing, exclusive, and unforgettable gift for true connoisseurs of aged mezcals and ultra-premium spirits.
- Carnita Asada: The star digestif to crown gala barbecues with fine Prime cuts, sweetbreads, and artisanal chorizos.
- Romantic Dinner: Adds warmth, body, and nuances of cacao and cinnamon to close unforgettable candlelit evenings.
- Family Meal: An extraordinary after-dinner label to share at the most important family holidays of the year.
- Summer (Nighttime After-Dinner): Perfect for slowly savoring during nighttime summer evenings.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the specific origin and distillery of this mezcal?
It comes from Santiago Matatlán, Oaxaca, Mexico, and is produced by the renowned firm Casa Mezcalera Cortés.
Is Agave de Cortés 3-Year-Old Añejo Mezcal dry, semi-dry, or sweet?
It is an artisanal spirit with a dry organoleptic classification, renowned for its woody complexity, tannic creaminess, and elegance without added sugars or sweeteners.
How long is this collector's mezcal aged in a barrel?
It has a guaranteed aging of 36 full months (3 years) in carefully selected oak barrels.
What temperature is recommended for serving?
It is recommended to serve at room temperature (between 16°C and 18°C) in a tasting glass or traditional veladora glass to appreciate its full aromatic range.
What are the best pairing options?
It is ideal for pairing with complex Oaxacan moles, grilled Prime beef cuts, 80% dark chocolates, fine cigars, and nut desserts.
How is my order shipped and packaged?
At La Cava Shop, we package your bottles in thermal and shockproof reinforced boxes, offering free shipping on orders over MXN $1,499 and guaranteed delivery throughout Mexico.