Don Roberto 1924 Extra Añejo

For a non tequila guy I seem to have quite a few reviews. This one was shared with me by family and is apparently fairly uncommon. This will be a shorter review, but wanted to share since there were no previous reviews. Nose here is very non tequila. I can almost smell the vanilla pouring off. I am not saying they added something here, but it is unusual for sure. On the tongue I am not sure I like this. It is not like any tequila I have had previously. There is a lot of oak going on here. Surprisingly there isn't much vanilla. I do get some light cinnamon and very faint agave. I think maybe an apple cinnamon flavor. Overall this grew on me a bit, but I think it is ok. I wouldn't turn down a pour, but not sure I'd chase down a bottle.

Don Roberto 5-Year-Old Extra Anejo Limited Edition is a rich, Agave Spirit by Casa Don Roberto NOM 1437 founded by Don Roberto Orendain in 1840. It is made with estate grown agave & volcanic spring water using a secret family recipe. The agave is slow roasted in earthen ovens & aged for a minimum of 5 years in white oak barrels. It has an aromatic birth with notes of roasted agave, dried fruits, wood, nuts & spices; while a rich life adds notes of caramel apple, cherries, coffee & dark chocolate; that led to a long & rich death with a touch of oak, vanilla & walnuts. December 2021

A rich, Agave Spirit by Casa Don Roberto NOM 1437 founded by Don Roberto Orendain in 1840. It is made with estate grown agave & volcanic spring water using a secret family recipe. The agave is slow roasted in earthen ovens & aged for a minimum of 3 years in white oak barrels. It has an aromatic birth with notes of roasted agave, dried fruits, wood & spices; while a rich life adds notes of coffee & chocolate; that led to a long & buttery death. December 2021

On the nose, pepper, wood, roasted agave, pear, vanilla. Moderately sweet and peppery on the palate, with vanilla and caramel. Peppery lingering finish. Thanks @twostal

A very good Extra Añejo, quite smooth, leaning towards oaky notes supported by the agave backbone, good complexity.

Nice and smooth