DON VALDÉS ARTISANAL MEZCAL
750 ML BOTTLE TLACOLULA DE MATAMOROS OAXACA
MASTER MEZCALIER
HUGO GONZÁLEZ
OAXACA, MEXICO
"A story told through mezcal. Don Valdés is a tribute to the bravery, justice, and legacy of those who fought for equality: an artisanal blend of Espadín and Cuishe with a smooth, dry, complex, and deeply mineral profile."
The Transcendence of Tlacolula de Matamoros, Wild Blend, and Dry Profile
The Don Valdés Artisanal Joven Mezcal 750 ml is a gem distilled in the iconic region of Tlacolula de Matamoros, Oaxaca, by renowned Master Mezcalier Hugo González. With a strictly dry gastronomic profile, this unique blend combines the generosity of Espadín agave (Agave Angustifolia, 6 to 8 years) with the wild complexity of Cuishe maguey (Agave Karwinskii, 10 to 15 years). Its production is 100% artisanal: baked in a traditional conical oven with river stones, spontaneous fermentation in oak wood vats, and a careful double distillation in a copper still. Certified by the AMMA (Association of Master Mezcaliers and Agave Growers), it offers light smoky notes, herbal and fruity flashes, and a marked minerality on the palate. Purchase it with absolute guarantee of origin and authenticity at LaCava.shop.
1. Technical Product Details
Product Name: Don Valdés Artisanal Joven Blend Mezcal 750 ml.
Winery / Mezcal House: Mezcal Don Valdés.
Master Mezcalier: Hugo González.
Specific Region of Origin: Tlacolula de Matamoros, Oaxaca, Mexico.
Maguey Varieties: Blend of 100% Espadín Agave (Agave Angustifolia) and Cuishe (Agave Karwinskii).
Agave Maturation Time: Espadín (6 to 8 years) / Cuishe (10 to 15 years).
Production Certification: Certified by AMMA (Association of Master Mezcaliers and Agave Growers).
Category: Artisanal Joven / Blanco Mezcal.
Sweetness Classification: Dry (Pure distilled spirit with no added sugars or sweeteners; smooth texture and refined balance).
Production Method: Baked in a conical oven with river stones, fermentation in oak vats, and double distillation in copper stills.
Alcohol Content: 40.0% Vol.
Net Content: 750 ml bottle.
Serving Temperature: 16°C - 18°C (preferably served in a traditional 'veladora' or wide-rimmed mezcal glass).
SKU / MPN: MX-DONVALDES-ENSAMBLE-750ML
2. Luxury Tasting Notes
Appearance: Crystalline, brilliant, with great clarity and platinum highlights.
Nose: Fresh and balanced nuances with light smoky notes, herbal tones of wild agave, and hints of ripe fruit.
Palate: A smooth and refined attack with excellent alcoholic integration. It displays sweet nuances characteristic of cooked agave, balanced with fresh herbal notes and a rich minerality. Persistent, elegant finish that is easy to appreciate.
3. Oenological Tasting Profile
4. Recommended Occasions and Pairing
Precision Gourmet Pairing (Expanded): Ideal for harmonizing with high-end Oaxacan and international gastronomy; it is extraordinary when accompanied by black or yellow mole, shrimp ceviche with mango, green aguachiles, tuna tiradito, crispy pork belly tacos, traditional tlayudas with 'asiento', roast suckling pig, pork rind gorditas, aged goat cheeses, and dark chocolate tart with worm salt.
Suggested Moments:
- Grilled Meats: An excellent companion for grilled cuts, rib eye, roasted bone marrow, and artisanal sausages.
- Family Meals: A source of Mexican pride to share during Sunday lunches, banquets, and long after-dinner conversations.
- Summer: Ideal for enjoying neat at room temperature or in signature cocktails with citrus notes, grapefruit, and rosemary on hot days.
- Business: A spirit with a narrative of struggle, history, and refinement, perfect for closing high-level corporate deals.
- Special Celebrations: An honored guest at weddings, anniversaries, birthdays, or national holidays.
- Gifting: A sophisticated gift for mezcal connoisseurs and collectors of artisanal editions with a historical cause.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQS)
What is the specific origin and winery of this mezcal?
It is crafted in Tlacolula de Matamoros, Oaxaca, by the Mezcal Don Valdés winery, under the mastery of Master Mezcalier Hugo González.
Is Don Valdés Mezcal dry, semi-dry, or sweet?
It is a dry classification gastronomic spirit, smooth on the palate, with no added sugars or additives, highlighting the pure flavor of cooked agave and the minerals of the Oaxacan soil.
Which agaves make up this artisanal blend?
It is composed of a 100% blend of Espadín Agave (Agave Angustifolia, 6 to 8 years) and wild Cuishe Agave (Agave Karwinskii, 10 to 15 years).
At what temperature is it recommended to be served?
It is recommended to serve cool at room temperature, between 16°C and 18°C, in a traditional mezcal glass or 'veladora'.
What are the best pairing options?
It pairs perfectly with ceviches, Oaxacan moles, grilled cuts, seafood, gourmet tacos, and dark chocolates.