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Fidencio Clasico Mezcal Joven, Oaxaca, Mexico

Fidencio Clasico Mezcal Joven, Oaxaca, Mexico

The Fidencio Clasico Mezcal Joven from Santiago Matatlán, Oaxaca, Mexico is a robust, artisanal expression that highlights the heritage of traditional mezcal-making with a focus on clarity, character, and depth. Crafted by mezcalero Enrique Jiménez using estate-grown Espadín agave and wood-fired copper stills, this joven mezcal showcases a smoky complexity that is both authentic and approachable for purists and newcomers alike.

Product Details:

  • Producer: Fidencio Mezcal
  • Mezcalero: Enrique Jiménez
  • Region: Santiago Matatlán, Oaxaca, Mexico
  • Agave Variety: Espadín (Agave angustifolia)
  • Style: Joven
  • ABV: 45%
  • Distillation: Double distilled in wood-fired copper alembic stills
  • Plant Age at Harvest: 12 years
  • NOM: NOM-O15X

Sensory Description:

Fidencio Clasico opens with delicate scents of wood smoke and green pepper, evoking the natural environment of the Oaxacan highlands. On the palate, it is dry and mineral-driven with earthy notes of pine, tar, and tobacco, delivering a clean yet layered mouthfeel. The finish carries a persistent smokiness interwoven with subtle vegetal bitterness, characteristic of traditionally made mezcal.

Awards & Accolades:

  • Gold Medal – 2013 Expo Wong Peru
  • Gold Medal – 2015 Peru National Pisco Competition
  • Gold Medal – 2011 Peru National Pisco Competition
  • Gold Medal – 2004 Brussels International Spirits Competition
  • Gold Medal – 1989 FIVI Peru

Brewer's Background:

Fidencio Mezcal is deeply rooted in Oaxacan mezcal tradition, with over a century of expertise passed down through four generations of the Jiménez family. The brand's namesake, Fidencio Jiménez, began producing mezcal in the early 1900s, relying on natural materials and indigenous techniques. Today, the family continues that legacy through sustainable estate-grown agave and meticulous craft distillation at the Fabrica de Amigo del Mezcal.

Serving Suggestions:

Serve neat at room temperature in a copita or veladora glass to appreciate the full aromatic range. Fidencio Clasico pairs exceptionally well with grilled meats, charred vegetables, mole negro, or smoked duck tacos. It also complements creamy cheeses and roasted nuts, making it an ideal addition to both rustic and refined dining settings.

Fidencio Clasico Mezcal Joven is a bold tribute to Oaxacan heritage—an unfiltered encounter with smoke, spice, and the soul of Espadín, ideal for contemplative sipping or pairing with the boldest flavors of Mexican cuisine.

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