We felt this distillate expressed itself more like a grape eau de vie than an “unaged Armagnac” (which it technically is)
Vinification kicks off with a slow spontaneous fermentation on its own yeasts in cement tanks and it is aged in a combination of steel and concrete vats before it is bottled unfiltered
Pair with fish soup or lobster
Suze owes its renown to two key advantages: an aroma of wild gentian distilling a delicately bitter taste and a slender bottle
and comforting on those cooler nights
Caminitos Sergio Cruz Martinez Puntas de Espadin Uruguay We felt this distillate expressedHigh proof and intensely aromatic, green vegetal notes (bell pepper, herbs), citrus zest, and earthy minerality jump out first. The palate is powerful and oily, layering roasted agave sweetness with savory elements (garlic, olive, clove) and bright lemony acidity. Expect a bold, punchy structure typical of puntas, with a finish thats long, spicy, and mineral driven, tapering into herbal bitterness and lingering citrus.