Derrumbes Oaxaca Joven Mexican Mezcal 70 cl 46,4%

The journey begins in an earthen pit filled with glowing stones and black oak, where the agave slowly smokes to tenderness. Derrumbes Oaxaca is the first chapter of a brand that insists mezcal is bigger than any single place.

Expert Description

Derrumbes Oaxaca is a Mexican Joven Mezcal from Oaxaca, made from 70% Espadín and 30% Tobalá agave and bottled at 46.4%. The mezcal comes from Derrumbes, a distillery founded in 2012 by former chef Esteban Morales and tequila veteran Sergio Mendoza, who set out to showcase Mexican mezcal from more of the country's states than Oaxaca alone. The Oaxaca expression is produced by third-generation agave farmer and maestro mezcalero Javier Mateo and his family in the town of Santiago Matatlán, at the heart of Oaxaca's Central Valleys, where the region's greatest agave biodiversity is found. The agave is roasted in an underground stone pit with black oak, ground on a tahona, and wild-fermented with the help of pulque and water from the ancient Zapotec town of Mitla.

Tasting Notes

Nose

Light smoke meets citrus and ripe stone fruit, with a hint of minerality.

Palate

Round and full-bodied, with the smoke staying in the background and letting the fruit and minerality take over.

Finish

Softly rounded with a delicate, earthy sweetness.

Specifications

Name: Derrumbes Oaxaca Joven Mezcal
Distillery: Derrumbes
Region: Santiago Matatlán, Oaxaca, Mexico
Type: Joven Mexican Mezcal
ABV: 46.4%
Size: 70 cl
Bottles produced: 5,800
Natural colour: Yes, unaged
EAN no.: 7503018755007
Serving suggestion: Serve at room temperature in a small glass, neat and in small sips

Flavour Profile

Smoke · Citrus · Stone Fruit · Mineral

Did You Know?

The name Derrumbes means "landslides" in Spanish — an image of the raw, earthbound character the founders wanted to capture in mezcal from Mexico's many different agave terroirs.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Derrumbes Oaxaca Joven Mezcal

What does Derrumbes Oaxaca taste like?

Expect light smoke, citrus and ripe stone fruit on the nose, with a round, full-bodied palate and a soft, earthy sweetness on the finish.

What does "Joven" mean on a mezcal?

Joven means young and refers to mezcal that has not been aged in oak — the flavour comes purely from the agave and the production method.

Which agaves are used in Derrumbes Oaxaca?

The mezcal is a blend of 70% Espadín and 30% Tobalá agave, both grown in Oaxaca's Central Valleys.

At what temperature should the mezcal be served?

Serve it at room temperature in a small glass and enjoy it in small sips, as tradition dictates.

Which glass suits Derrumbes Oaxaca best?

A small copita glass or a traditional veladora glass brings out the aromas best.

What makes Derrumbes stand out as a brand?

Derrumbes was founded in 2012 to showcase mezcal from more Mexican states than Oaxaca alone, with each expression produced by a named maestro mezcalero in their own region.

Who produces Derrumbes Oaxaca?

The mezcal is produced by third-generation maestro mezcalero Javier Mateo and his family in Santiago Matatlán.