Rare, refined, and hauntingly beautiful, Montelobos Tobalá Mezcal is the spirit of Oaxaca distilled into its purest form. Made from wild Tobalá agave, often called the “king of mezcals” for its concentrated sweetness and aromatic depth, this expression captures the essence of mezcal’s artistry: untamed nature tamed only by craftsmanship. Created by Dr. Iván Saldaña, Mexico’s leading agave scientist, it’s a mezcal that balances science, heritage, and soul, a conversation between land and fire.

Montelobos Tobalá Mezcal
Brand: Montelobos | Category: Mezcal (Tobalá) | ABV: 46.5% | Origin: Puebla, Mexico | Volume: 700ml

Tasting Profile:
Nose: Delicate yet rich, roasted agave, honeycomb, and dried herbs with subtle smoke and floral undertones. Each scent feels like a glimpse into Oaxaca’s wild highlands.
Palate: Smooth, deep, and vibrant. Layers of caramelized agave, nuts, and gentle spice unfold, balanced by earthy minerality and a whisper of wood smoke. Silky in texture, complex in flavor, elegant without excess.
Finish: Long and refined, with honeyed agave, fresh pepper, and a soft echo of smoke that lingers gracefully.

Production Details:
Crafted in small batches from 100% wild Tobalá agave (Agave potatorum), grown in the high altitudes of Puebla. The piñas are roasted in underground volcanic stone pits, crushed by traditional tahona, naturally fermented in open wooden vats, and distilled twice in small copper stills. Montelobos works directly with local mezcaleros, ensuring traditional methods are preserved and sustainability is upheld, each bottle an expression of time, terroir, and respect for nature.

Perfect For:
Seasoned mezcal lovers and collectors seeking complexity and rarity. Best enjoyed neat in a copita to appreciate its subtle layers. Perfect for slow evenings and quiet moments of reflection, mezcal at its most meditative.

Expert Notes:
Praised by connoisseurs for its precision and harmony, Montelobos Tobalá has been called “a masterclass in restraint, smoky yet delicate, earthy yet ethereal.” Critics highlight its balance between the wild intensity of Tobalá and the polished structure Montelobos is known for.

Customer Reviews:
“Elegant, smoky, and beautifully floral, easily my favorite Montelobos.”   Andrés V.
“Balanced and soulful. You can taste the care in every drop.”   Patricia L.
“Wild agave character with finesse, rare and unforgettable.”   Jonas E.

Interesting Fact:
The Tobalá agave grows only in the wild, taking up to 15 years to mature in the rocky highlands. Its small piñas yield little liquid, making every bottle of Montelobos Tobalá a genuine rarity, a snapshot of Mexico’s wilderness captured in spirit form.

Serving Suggestions:
Sip neat in a clay copita to fully experience its nuanced smoke and sweetness. Pair with dark chocolate, roasted nuts, or aged cheese for a luxurious contrast. For a refined twist, try a Tobalá Old Fashioned, mezcal, agave syrup, and bitters over a large cube.

Distillery Background:
Founded by Dr. Iván Saldaña and crafted in collaboration with local mezcaleros, Montelobos represents the perfect intersection of sustainability and tradition. Produced with 100% organic agaves and zero industrial shortcuts, the brand stands as a model of ethical mezcal-making. Montelobos Tobalá is its crown jewel, a spirit that captures the wild heart of Mexico, refined through generations of craft and scientific understanding.