Description
The agaves are hand selected at 6-8 years, and their pias are slow roasted in traditional brick and clay ovens, then ground using traditional mills. This is a meticulous traditional technique. This method, coupled with slow fermentation, is what their master distiller Miguel Cedeo Cruz says contributes an enriched depth and complexity to the agaves natural sweetness, creating a remarkably nuanced character:”Because each agave is unique, once they arrive at the distillery they are cut into halves, thirds or quarters dependent on the size of the particular agave. This is to ensure that we will have even baking in the clay ovens. The central part of the plant, known as the Cogollo, is removed as it adds bitterness to the final product. This isnt a standard industry practice and helps DeLen become a smoother, sweeter, and less-bitter tequila.”DeLen Tequila is double distilled using an Alembic-style pot, which Cruz says allows the tequila to retain the unique character acquired during the fermentation process. Although the tequila is chill filtered, DeLen Tequila also does not make its spirit using any of the four chemicals (glycerin, sucrose, oak extract, and caramel) permitted by the CRT (Consejo Regulador Del Tequila). The entire production span, from agave to bottle, takes about a month.The rested expression, DeLen Reposado Tequila, employs their unconventional production process that blends the art of tequila with French winemaking. Through a unique combination of aging in bold American oak barrels and finishing in French wine casks, Delen is able to impart a distinctive, balanced character to its Mexican elixir. Grab one of these artfully-crafted bottles today!