Corte Vetusto Espadin (750 ml)

The Ancient Cut of Mitla

Corte Vetusto, meaning "The Ancient Cut," is more than a brand; it is a homage to the oldest traditions of Oaxacan distillation. This Espadín is the flagship expression, crafted by Maestro Mezcalero Juan Carlos Gonzalez Diaz, a fourth-generation producer whose family has tended the earthen ovens of Mitla for decades. The brand philosophy centers on the idea that "Mezcal is not made, it is born" from the elements of earth, fire, and time.

The production process is a testament to patience. Mature Agave Espadín is harvested and roasted in a conical pit oven lined with river stones and covered with earth, where it cooks for days to develop its profound smoky sweetness. Crushing is done by a traditional stone Tahona wheel pulled by a horse, a method that gently extracts the juices while keeping the fibers intact for fermentation, adding texture and depth to the final spirit.

Double distilled in copper pots, this Espadín has received high accolades, including the Mezcal Trophy at the International Wine & Spirit Competition. It serves as the benchmark for the Corte Vetusto range, offering a perfect equilibrium between the smoke of the roasting pit and the bright, fruity characteristics of the agave plant. It is a spirit that commands respect and slow, contemplative sipping.