Seleccion ArteNOM 1146 Anejo Tequila

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ArteNOM Selección de 1146 Añejo is a refined, artisan tequila that surprises for its depth, elegance and barrel-driven nuance while retaining clear agave character. It’s an excellent choice for connoisseurs who appreciate an añejo with a thoughtful finish and generous complexity. Origins & Craftsmanship Produced at Casa Tequileña (NOM 1146) in Atotonilco el Alto, Jalisco, under the guidance of master distiller Enrique Fonseca, this expression is made from 100% Blue Weber agave grown in the highlands near Atotonilco el Alto. The tequila is matured via a dual-barrel aging process: approximately 60% of the spirit is aged for 2 years in used French-oak barrels (former Cabernet Franc wine casks) and 40% for 3 years, after which the blend is transferred and aged for at least an additional year in toasted American white-oak barrels (previously used for Canadian whiskey or Tennessee rye). The final product is non-chill-filtered, additive-free and bottled at ~40% ABV (80 proof). Critics Reviews One tasting note described the aroma and palate as featuring “butterscotch, vanilla, cooked agave, dark chocolate, orange zest and pecan pie.” Another reviewer observed: “Very barrel-influenced yet the agave still carries through—nutty vanilla notes, vibrant baking spices, lean for an añejo and beautifully balanced.” Spirit-community commentary highlights this tequila as “agave-forward with oak sophistication – a rare balance between barrel depth and agave clarity.” Tasting Profile Nose: Medium amber colour; aromas of cooked agave, butterscotch, vanilla bean, warm baking spice and light citrus peel. Palate: Medium-to-full body; layers of toffee, dark chocolate, orange zest, pecan pie, and smooth oak integration with a subtle nutty edge. Finish: Long and elegant; dry oak tannin emerges, balanced by a sweet-agave core and a lingering note of toasted walnut or caramel-kissed almond. Quick Overview ABV / Proof Origin / Region Production / Base Type Aging / Maturation Aromas & Flavors Style / Identity ~40% ABV (80 proof) Atotonilco el Alto, Highlands of Jalisco, Mexico 100% Blue Weber agave ~2 years French-oak + ~3 years French-oak + ~1 year toasted American white-oak Butterscotch, vanilla, cooked agave, dark chocolate, orange zest, pecans Premium artisan añejo tequila; highland agave clarity with refined oak finish

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