About the product
Casa Pecados Reposado Tequila represents a refined expression of traditional Mexican craftsmanship. This 2018 vintage has been carefully aged in oak, developing a smooth, balanced profile with warm notes of vanilla, caramel, and subtle spice. The extended resting period mellows the agave character while adding complexity and depth. Perfect for sipping neat, on the rocks, or as the foundation for premium cocktails. A distinguished choice for tequila enthusiasts seeking quality and character in every pour.
Tasting Profile & Food Pairings
Taste & Sensory Profile
- Nose: Remarkably fresh. You get an immediate hit of green apple and pear, followed by a "dusty" mineral note (like rain on dry earth). As it opens, soft vanilla and toasted almond emerge.
- Palate: The mouthfeel is characterized by what the distillery calls "string of pearls" legs—oily and slow. Taste notes include creamy butter, cocoa nibs, and roasted agave honey, with a distinct herbaceous snap of fresh-cut grass.
- Finish: "Soft and spacious." It lacks the heavy wood bitterness of older Reposados, finishing instead with clove, sandalwood, and a faint tropical fruit sweetness (plum).
Awards & Heritage
This specific 2018-harvest spirit was the catalyst for the brand's major sweep at the 2019 San Francisco World Spirits Competition and the 2019 Los Angeles International Spirits Competition, where it secured Gold Medals across the board. It effectively redefined the "Short-Aged Reposado" category for judges.
The "Collector's Bundle" Advice
Since you are looking at a 2-pack bundle, here is how to maximize the 2018 vintage:
- Bottle 1 (The Purist): Sip this neat at room temperature. Because this batch is 110% about the quality of the 2018 agave, chilling it or adding ice will mute the complex "spring water" minerals and herbal notes.
- Bottle 2 (The Sinner): Use this for an "Amatitán Margarita." Use a dash of agave nectar and a pinch of volcanic salt on the rim to play off the soil profile of the 2018 harvest.
- Food Pairing: Aged Manchego or Iberico Ham. The nutty, savory fat of the ham creates a "bridge" to the walnut and cocoa notes found in the mid-palate of the 2018 liquid.
About the brand
Produced at NOM 1473 in the heart of Amatitán, the birthplace of tequila. The 2018 release was overseen by 3rd-generation "Agaveros" who specifically targeted agaves with high sugar concentration for this lot. Their philosophy—"Peca audazmente" (Sin boldly)—encourages drinkers to reject industrial shortcuts in favor of slow, stone-oven cooking and copper distillation.
