Major let down unfortunately. Not a bad tequilita just nothing special once it hits the palate. Nose was a bit off putting. Almost petroleum like with smoky notes. The smoke is there on the palate but it doesn’t play well with the orange. Great idea but the integration of flavors just misses.
About this bottle
Primavera is an expression that uses Tequila Don Julio's traditional Reposado and finishes it in casks which held wine infused with macerated orange peels. The liquid is bottled at 40% ABV, with 15,000 cases available as of July, 2021. A wider release is slated for the spring of 2022.
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Better than most. Unoffensive reposado with light wood and caramel flavors and a slight touch of sweet. But nothing that was particularly memorable or exciting in the moment. A nice sipper whose flavors get completely lost in a cocktail.
The orange is apparent on the on the nose and taste immediately. A nice roasted vanilla and agave are present as well with subtle oak. It’s tasty but I’m not sure it justifies the price but it is a top tier tequila
Aromas are agave but slightly grapey. A bit of citrus too flavors start with smoke and then some sweetness I was missing in the aroma. Pepper and some oakiness finish things off.
Slow to high note with little burn. Priced above Clase Azul with less. Needs more orange with French barrel for softer end feel. Good but not great. Emotionally blah.
I was really excited to open this bottle but I suppose I was expecting more from the cask finish. A nice reposado but You can find better at $50 less a bottle.
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