Overview:
Gran Centenario Reposado Tequila is a luxurious and refined tequila that represents the epitome of Mexican craftsmanship and tradition. Aged in oak barrels for a smooth, rich flavor, this reposado tequila offers a perfect balance of sweet agave and woody notes, making it a standout choice for connoisseurs and enthusiasts alike.
Key Features:
Type: Reposado Tequila
Agave Varietal: 100% Blue Weber Agave
ABV: 40%
Bottle Size: 70cl
Region: Jalisco, Mexico
Tasting Notes:
Appearance: Golden amber hue with a radiant clarity.
Nose: Aromas of cooked agave, vanilla, toasted oak, and a hint of caramel.
Palate: Smooth and well-rounded with flavors of sweet agave, vanilla, cinnamon, and subtle oak.
Finish: Long and warming with lingering notes of spice and a touch of honeyed sweetness.
Production Process:
Gran Centenario Reposado Tequila is produced using time-honored methods to ensure exceptional quality:
Harvesting: Only the finest blue Weber agave plants are hand-selected by expert jimadores.
Cooking: The agave piñas are slow-cooked in traditional brick ovens to release their natural sugars.
Crushing: The cooked agave is crushed to extract the sweet agave juice.
Fermentation: The juice is fermented in stainless steel tanks with a unique yeast strain.
Distillation: The fermented juice undergoes double distillation in copper pot stills for a pure and refined spirit.
Aging: The tequila is aged in charred American oak barrels for several months to develop its rich, complex flavors.
Blending: The aged tequila is carefully blended to achieve a harmonious balance of flavors before bottling.
Distillery Information:
Gran Centenario Tequila is produced at the historic Casa Cuervo distillery in Jalisco, Mexico. Established in 1857, this distillery is renowned for its dedication to quality and tradition. Gran Centenario was founded by Lazaro Gallardo, a pioneering tequila maker who developed the unique "Seleccion Suave" process, blending the best aged tequilas to create a consistently smooth and exceptional product. This legacy of excellence continues today, ensuring that every bottle of Gran Centenario Reposado is of the highest quality.
Serving Suggestions:
Gran Centenario Reposado Tequila can be enjoyed in various ways to highlight its rich and smooth flavors:
Neat: Sip slowly to savor the complex flavors and smooth finish.
On the Rocks: Serve over ice to slightly mellow the tequila and enhance its rich, woody notes.
Cocktails: Ideal for creating premium cocktails such as Tequila Old Fashioned, Reposado Margaritas, and Tequila Sunrise.
Pairing: Pair with grilled meats, roasted vegetables, aged cheeses, or rich chocolate desserts to complement its robust profile.
Gran Centenario Reposado
Size: 700ml
Alc Vol: 40%
Style: Reposado Tequila
Origin: Los Altos (Highlands), Jalisco, Mexico