ArteNOM Selección de 1579 Blanco - 750ml

The mountain town of Jesús-María (elev. 6,079 feet) stands as tequila’s highest-altitude agave region, where cooler nights and mineral-rich soils shape a distinctive, bright profile. At the El Pandillo Distillery, Felipe Camarena leads with a forward-thinking, sustainable philosophy that threads through every stage of production. The team cultivates stressed hillside agave plants, which develop complex sweetness and mineral notes as they struggle to thrive in rugged terrain. After harvest, the piñas are slowly roasted in brick ovens, a method that imparts a warm, caramelized depth while preserving delicate aromatics. The roasted hearts are then milled and macerated intact with their fiber, a technique that helps retain the true essence of the agave and contributes a pronounced, vibrant agave flavor to the final spirit. The distillery embodies a respect for place and a commitment to low-impact practices, from water recycling to energy-efficient operations, all while maintaining hands-on craftsmanship. The resulting tequila is aromatic and lively, with citrusy brightness, a hint of earth, and a clean, lingering finish. It's a testament to how altitude, terroir, and meticulous technique can converge to produce a tequila that is both expressive and refined, inviting contemplative sips and culinary pairings alike.