Final yr we encountered Cierto’s Non-public Assortment tequilas and got here away impressed. The worth factors are excessive, however from the blanco to the additional añejo, the tequilas confirmed an attractive, daring character and complexity, and one in every of them made it onto our high tequila checklist for the yr. This yr, we’re again with the model to attempt their extra unique lineup, the Reserve Assortment. I assume this is able to be the ultra-ultra premium-premium tequila class? The worth level is even greater, and the bottles are comparable, which is to say too tall to slot in most liquor cupboards however fairly enticing. Apparently, there isn’t any obvious distinction within the manufacturing strategies used to make the Non-public Assortment and the Reserve Assortment. They’re each rested for an identical quantities of time in metal or French Limousin oak, leaving us to guess at why one is dearer.
Contemplating the associated fee, my expectations going into this evaluation are sky-high. Let’s see in the event that they stay as much as their self-created hype.
All are 80 proof. NOM 1146.
Cierto Tequila Reserve Assortment Blanco – Though it spends no time in oak, this tequila rests in stainless-steel for 6-8 months and proves fairly completely different than the Non-public Assortment. The nostril reveals a dense character of contemporary lime, properly roasted agave, and white pepper coupled with a contact of fragrance. The palate follows swimsuit however is each larger and extra advanced. Frivolously candy lime citrus and roasted agave come first, adopted by a wave of white pepper that slowly builds on the palate. It’s joined by rose petal and mingles with the opposite flavors via a protracted, lingering end. This can be a pleasant, mouth-coating sipping tequila, and I can’t think about utilizing it to make cocktails. I personally want the Non-public Assortment Blanco, however this distinctive tequila ought to discover a following. A- / $100 [BUY IT NOW FROM RESERVEBAR]
Cierto Tequila Reserve Assortment Reposado – Resting in French Limousin oak for eleven months, that is an excellent instance of reposado tequila, and it’s most likely my favourite of the Reserve Assortment lineup. The nostril and palate each showcase daring but well-integrated notes of candy vanilla, contemporary lime, purple pepper, black pepper, roasted agave, and a contact of caramel. The varied flavors from the agave and from the light growing old in wooden stand out then dance collectively fantastically to create a reposado that might captivate followers of each blanco and añejo tequila. The end introduces milk chocolate which lingers because the distinctive flavors slowly disappear. Adore it. A / $140 [BUY IT NOW FROM RESERVEBAR]
Cierto Tequila Reserve Assortment Añejo – This tequila is aged 18 months in French Limousin oak, and I’m impressed by how properly it {couples} wealthy añejo character with shiny notes of agave. The nostril begins with attractive milk chocolate, then reveals lime citrus, black pepper, and mild notes of agave. On the palate, every of those notes pops after which joins right into a harmonious entire. Silky milk chocolate comes first, then it’s lower via by sharp lime and black pepper. Lastly, because the flavors come collectively, roasted agave notes begin to seem and final via the prolonged end. Spectacular complexity and fairly scrumptious. A / $220 [BUY IT NOW FROM RESERVEBAR]
Cierto Tequila Reserve Assortment Additional Añejo – Regardless of spending 4 lengthy years in French Limousin oak, the additional añejo, as with the añejo, manages to couple deep, oak character with a vibrancy that’s unusual in well-aged tequila. The nostril pairs wealthy darkish chocolate and vanilla with well-roasted agave, raspberry compote, and a contact of lemon citrus. On the palate, darkish chocolate hits first, adopted by lemon pith. Vanilla follows together with a contact of raspberry and a velvety, nearly tingly mouthfeel. The person notes each stand out and are available collectively fantastically. This can be a advanced and spectacular tequila that requires and deserves time to ponder and savor. The worth is steep, however should you’re a fan of well-aged tequila, you’re going to wish to give it a attempt. A / $360 [BUY IT NOW FROM RESERVEBAR]
Cierto Tequila Reserve Assortment Blanco
$100
