Tepanal ' Puntas' Ancestral
Hailing from Santa Maria Sola de Vega in Oaxaca, Tepanal 'Puntas' Ancestral is a tribute to Mexico's rich mezcal tradition. Crafted by Mezcalero Rafael G. Garcia Aragon, this spirit combines the wild Tobala, Arroqueño, and Sierra Negra agave varietals, each lending a unique depth to the blend. The fermentation takes place in wooden vats, and the agaves are hand-macerated, resulting in a deep, natural complexity. Distilled three times in clay pots, the spirit reaches an impressive 150.2 proof, yet retains a smooth profile, highlighting the artistry behind its creation.
The tasting experience is vivid, with notes of earth, minerals, and a gentle smokiness that showcase the terroir of Oaxaca. Hints of herbs, wildflowers, and a touch of spice unfold with each sip, revealing the layered flavors of each agave species. The high-proof, Joven mezcal, despite its potency, is surprisingly balanced, allowing the flavors to shine without overpowering. Each element, from the clay pot distillation to the hand-selected agave, contributes to an unparalleled tasting journey that honors traditional practices.
Meant for sipping and savoring, Tepanal 'Puntas' is best enjoyed neat to appreciate its intricate profile. With only 120 bottles of this limited batch, it is a rare find for enthusiasts who seek out authentic, artisanal agave spirits.
Pick Up:
Vintage Wine & Spirits offers one hour pickup for orders. Once the order has been placed, please wait an hour until coming to the store for pickup. Our team works to pull orders as quickly as possible but it does take some time for fulfillment. Our team will contact you as soon as possible if there are any issues with the order.
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Shipping:
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Orders shipping via the Saver rate (where available) take approximately 5-7 days to have local carrier tracking assigned. Once tracking is assigned, your order should be delivered within 5-7 business days. We are unable to guarantee a specific delivery date. The carrier will attempt delivery three times before it is returned to sender. If an additional delivery attempt is need, an additional delivery fee will be required.
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Orders that are refused or returned after three (3) delivery attempts shall be refunded for the value of the product only. Shipping charges are not refundable and returned orders incur a secondary shipping charge to cover the return shipping fee.
Wine and other delicate products may be weather sensitive. Shipment of these items may be delayed at the Vintage Wine & Spirits team's discretion to prevent heat damage or freezing. Vintage Wine & Spirits is not responsible for damaged wines or spirits due to ground services.
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Returns:
Due to state regulations, Vintage Wine & Spirits is only able to accept alcohol returns in the event that the product is spoiled. In the event that the bottle sustains major damage during transit, Vintage Wine & Spirits will refund or replace the product. Please reach out to hello@vintagewineandspirits.com regarding any damaged items and include photos of the damaged product and packaging.
Note: All bottles are inspected for any flaws prior to shipping.
Vintage Wine & Spirits will not accept returns for bottles that do not match the exact image on the website. Product images on the website are intended for illustrative purposes only and may not be exact representations of the item in stock. Actual products may vary in edition or batch, for example. Vintage Wine & Spirits cannot guarantee the edition or batch unless it is specifically mentioned in the product name or description.
Vintage Wine & Spirits does not accept returns for engraved bottles unless the bottle was damaged. If an engraved bottle is returned after three delivery attempts, the customer will not be refunded for bottle or shipping fee and incur a secondary shipping fee to cover the return shipping cost.
