Tequila Ocho Plata Las Raices 2024

Las Raíces (the roots), located 7.5km east of Los Alambiques, is a gentle hillside sloping south with an altitude of 7,145 feet. It has a small forest of ash, oak, and poplar that divides the property in two. The soil is the typical red clay of Los Altos, full of iron and potassium, and in the last 25 years, agave has only been planted twice. With approximately 142,000 fully matured agave, this ranch is the largest ever used for Tequila Ocho production. The yield for 2024 is estimated at 3,500 tons with an average piña size of 55 pounds and a 32% sugar content.

Aroma: Fruity and fresh with notes of green pineapple, olive oil and peppermint.
Palate: Very citric with notes of lime peel paired with earthy, light notes of pepper and rosemary.