
Mocel Mezcal Artesanal Ensamble Expression 2022 750 ML
Mocel Mezcal Artesanal Ensamble Expression 2022 is an exceptionally limited small-batch mezcal handcrafted in Michoacán, Mexico, from an expressive combination of three regional agave varieties: Cupreata, Inaequidens, and Espadincillo.
Created to showcase the distinctive terroir and traditional mezcal-making heritage of inland Michoacán along the Trans-Mexican Volcanic Belt, this 2022 expression delivers an elegant profile centered on bright floral, vegetal, and naturally sweet agave characteristics.
At the heart of the Ensamble is the remarkable Inaequidens agave, a slow-growing variety that Mocel says requires at least 15 years to reach maturity. It is combined with Cupreata and Espadincillo to create a multi-agave expression with greater aromatic complexity and natural variation from one harvest to another.
Mocel follows traditional artisanal production methods. The mature agaves are cooked in an underground volcanic-stone oven, followed by wild fermentation in open underground pinewood vats. The fermented agave is then twice distilled in a wooden still, preserving the distinctive character of the plants and production region.
The resulting mezcal is notably bright and aromatic rather than dominated by heavy smoke. Mocel describes the Ensamble as floral and sweet, with fruit-forward characteristics and natural variation between batches. The combination of three agave varieties creates a layered sipping experience that rewards slow exploration.
The 2022 Ensamble is also remarkably scarce. Mocel confirms a total batch volume of 437 liters yielding only 582 bottles, making each bottle part of a genuinely small-production release.
Presentation is equally distinctive. Each Mocel ceramic bottle is crafted by Mexican artisans, with subtle differences intentionally making every vessel unique. Its contemporary design draws inspiration from the traditional textiles and craftsmanship of Michoacán, giving the bottle lasting value as a display piece after the mezcal is enjoyed.
Best enjoyed neat at room temperature from a traditional copita or tasting glass, Mocel Ensamble Expression 2022 is an excellent choice for experienced mezcal drinkers, collectors of limited agave spirits, and anyone looking to explore the less familiar agave varieties of Michoacán.
Product Details
- Brand: Mocel Mezcal
- Expression: Ensamble
- Vintage / Distillation Year: 2022
- Category: Mezcal
- Classification: Mezcal Artesanal
- Agaves: Cupreata, Inaequidens & Espadincillo
- Agave Content: 100% Agave
- Origin: Michoacán, Mexico
- Cooking: Underground Volcanic-Stone Oven
- Fermentation: Wild Fermentation in Open Pinewood Vats
- Distillation: Twice Distilled in a Wooden Still
- 2022 Batch Size: 437 Liters
- 2022 Production: 582 Bottles
- Bottle Size: 750ml
- Presentation: Artisan-Crafted Ceramic Bottle
Tasting Profile
Official Style: Bright, floral, vegetal, naturally sweet, and fruit-forward.
Wine Enthusiast awarded Mocel Ensamble 95 points, describing a complex herbal and citrus-driven profile featuring lime peel, lemongrass, pine, rosemary, tarragon, and peppery spice.
Mocel also reports that the Ensamble has earned a Double Gold Medal at the San Francisco World Spirits Competition and a Gold Medal at the Agavos Awards.
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