Rancho El Ojo is a pristine ranch in Durango and the birthplace of Origen Raiz. It is owned by the Saravia family, who act as stewards of the land to conserve the balance and rejuvenate the health of the grassland ecosystem. With an abundance of agave, this certified wildlife preserve also presented a wonderful opportunity. Don Valentin Cortés, with his knowledge of traditional mezcal from Oaxaca, joined the Saravia’s to build Viñata El Ojo. The two families now produce Mezcal and Sotol with much love and respect. Dixeebe!
Mexican Owned, Family Owned
Origen Raíz Cenizo
MAESTRO 5th Generation Don Valentin Cortés
VINATERO Don Job Rodriguez
MAGUEY A. Durangensis (Cenizo)
VILLAGE El Ojo, Malpais, Durango
OVEN/FUEL Earthen pit / black oak
MILL Tahona
FERMENT Wild fermented, pine vats
DISTILLATION 2X 280 liter alembic of copper
NOTES
Aroma – Papaya, red fruit, clay, gentle smoke
Taste – Red currants, mango, fresh pear
Texture – Smooth, complex, peppered spice
ABV 47-50 BATCH PROOF