DELIRIO DE OAXACA JOVEN MEZCAL
ARTISANAL MEZCAL 100% MAGUEY ESPADÍN 750ML
MEXICO • SANTIAGO MATATLÁN, OAXACA • ARTISANAL MEZCAL (DRY)
"The pure authenticity of the world mezcal capital. Delirio de Oaxaca Joven Mezcal is an artisanal jewel made with 100% Maguey Espadín harvested by hand after 8 to 10 years of maturation. With a strictly dry profile and firm character, it is patiently cooked in conical underground ovens and ground in a stone tahona. The nose displays intense aromas of cooked agave, with an earthy aftertaste and subtle vegetal nuances. On the palate, it offers extraordinary persistence, exquisitely integrated smoky notes, and the nobility of a double artisanal distillation in copper stills."
The Pure Expression of Traditional Espadín Agave
Delirio de Oaxaca Joven Mezcal 42° 750ml is a premium artisanal spirit originating from Santiago Matatlán, Oaxaca. Hand-harvested from 8 to 10-year-old Agave Angustifolia plants, this young white mezcal reflects the rich Oaxacan heritage through 100% natural processes. With a distinctly dry profile, it stands out for its balanced 42° alcohol content, a subtle earthy touch, and a memorable persistence on the palate.
1. Technical Details
Producer / Brand: Delirio de Oaxaca / Espíritus Mexicanos.
Specific Origin: Santiago Matatlán, Oaxaca, Mexico.
Maguey / Agave: 100% Maguey Espadín (Agave Angustifolia), hand-harvested after 8 to 10 years of growth.
Type / Class: Joven Blanco / Artisanal Mezcal.
Cooking: 3 days in conical underground stone ovens with wood, river stone, and quarry stone.
Milling: Traditional methods with a stone tahona.
Fermentation: 100% natural with endemic yeasts.
Distillation: Double artisanal distillation process in 350 K/L copper stills.
Profile / Flavor Classification: Dry (Firm character, vegetal profile, earthy touch, and persistence on the palate).
Alcohol Content: 42% Alc. Vol. (42°).
Presentation and Dimensions: 750 ml artisanal glass bottle (Height 24.2 cm / Width 11.4 cm).
Barcode / EAN: 7503018274012
SKU / MPN: MX-DELIRIO-JOVEN-750ML
2. Luxury Tasting Notes
Appearance: Transparent, crystalline, with great brilliance and platinum hues. Presents a fine, full-bodied pearling when swirled in a glass.
Nose: Expressive aroma of cooked agave, accompanied by fresh herbal notes, vegetal nuances, and a subtle earthy character derived from its underground cooking.
Palate: Firm and assertive entry. On the palate, it stands out for its perfect balance between the natural sweetness of smoked maguey, hints of field herbs, and a prolonged mineral aftertaste with remarkable persistence.
3. Mezcal Architecture
4. Recommended Moments and Pairings
Suggested Gourmet Pairing: Thanks to its vegetal, smoky, and earthy nuances, this mezcal is extraordinarily versatile: it perfectly accompanies traditional Mexican cuisine (Oaxacan black or coloradito mole, tasajo tlayudas, spiced cecina), white fish ceviches with citrus and serrano chili, grilled bone marrow tacos, charcoal-grilled seafood, grilled meats, green aguachile, grilled Oaxaca cheese, and desserts based on artisanal dark chocolate with worm salt or spicy orange.
Suggested Moments:
- Carnita Asada: The perfect pairing to whet the appetite and accompany fine cuts of meat, chicharrones as appetizers, and choripanes.
- Family Meal: Ideal for presiding over the Sunday table alongside typical Mexican dishes and traditional stews.
- Summer: Perfect for enjoying in fresh cocktails (such as a red fruit Mezcalita or a grapefruit Mezcal Paloma) at outdoor gatherings.
- The Perfect Gift: An ideal gift for lovers of artisanal Mexican spirits and agave enthusiasts.
frequently asked questions (FAQs)
What is the specific origin and winery/brand of this spirit?
It is made in Santiago Matatlán, Oaxaca, Mexico, under the brand Delirio de Oaxaca (Espíritus Mexicanos).
Is this mezcal dry, semi-dry, or sweet?
Delirio de Oaxaca Joven Mezcal has a distinctly dry profile, with notes of cooked agave, vegetal hints, and a pleasant earthy background.
What type of agave is used in its production?
It is made with 100% Maguey Espadín (Agave Angustifolia), hand-harvested after maturing for 8 to 10 years.
How is this mezcal recommended to be enjoyed?
It is recommended to be enjoyed neat at room temperature in a veladora glass or mezcal glass, accompanied by orange slices with worm salt, or in high-end artisanal cocktails.
