Corte Vetusto Tobala (750 ml)

The Jewel of the High Mountains

The Tobalá agave is often referred to as the "King of Mezcals" due to its rarity and the complex, floral profile it yields. Unlike the cultivated Espadín, Tobalá grows wild in the high-altitude, rocky, and shaded canyons of Oaxaca. It is significantly smaller than other agaves, meaning it takes roughly eight times as many plants to produce a single bottle of Corte Vetusto Tobalá compared to an Espadín.

Maestro Juan Carlos approaches this varietal with reverence. Because the plants are wild-harvested, sustainability is paramount; Corte Vetusto engages in reforestation efforts to ensure the species survives for future generations. The agave hearts are roasted carefully to ensure the smoke does not overpower the delicate floral and earthy nuances that are unique to this species. The fermentation occurs naturally with wild airborne yeasts, capturing the specific biological fingerprint of the local environment.

The resulting spirit is a study in finesse. It eschews the aggressive smoke of lesser mezcals in favor of a buttery, floral elegance that lingers on the palate. It is a limited-production spirit that tells the story of the wild Oaxacan landscape, intended for moments of celebration and appreciation of nature’s most difficult-to-tame gifts.