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Don Pilar Tequila Anejo
Don Pilar Tequila Anejo
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Brand Don Pilar
NOM 1443
Distillery Grupo Industrial Tequilero de los Altos de Jalisco, S.A. de C.V.
Web Site http://www.donpilar.com/
Region Highlands - Los Altos
Oven Type Stainless Steel
Extraction Method Shredder - Roller
Distillation Method Pot Still - Stainless Steel
Distillation Double
Barrel - Cask American Oak
Alcohol Volume 40%
Price Category $35 - $70
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Tasting Awards 2011 TEQUILA.net Awards - "Best of the Best"
Best Highland Añejo Tequila
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Tequila Don Pilar Anejo

Tequila Don Pilar Anejo is crafted from 100% Blue Agave which is estate grown in the magical Highlands of Jalisco. Don Jose Pilar Contreras, son of these magical lands, uses unique, artisanal methods to create this fine Tequila.

Don Pilar's Agave is harvested from one of six ranches located in San Jose de Gracia. The Agaves are hand picked and harvested at their peak maturity, then cleaned and steam cooked for 24 hours in autoclaves. Don Pilar Tequila is fermented with Champagne yeast, and improved with the assistance of Baroque music during the 200 hour fermentation process. Don Pilar Tequila is double distilled in stainless steel pot stills, and then aged in lightly toasted, virgin American White Oak barrels for a minimum of twelve months. This aging process imparts a smoothness to the Tequila and enhances the essence of the Agave flavor.

Don Pilar is a Kosher Certified brand.

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Reviewed by Tequila.net
May 16, 2009
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34 of 34 people found the following review helpful
Don Pilar Anejo * Tasted Blind May 2009 * Riedel Tequila Glass

Appearance: copper, golden hues - thick body and slow tears
Aroma: woody agave, notes of citrus and butter
Initial Taste: light sweet agave and mild wood
Spirit Body: buttery agave and hint of roasted nuts
Finish / Aftertaste: warm mouthfeel, medium length finish with butter / nut aftertaste

Don Pilar Anejo is full of excellent flavors, well balanced, and enjoyable all the way through. An excellent Anejo for under $40, highly recommended!
 
 


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TEQUILA.net Community Average Rating: 5 review(s) - 94 out of 100

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Reviewed by Tequila Tourist
January 17, 2012
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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful

Appearance: Dark gold, darker than most anejos. Thick body.
Aroma: Almost like a cross between bourbon and tequila. Citrus and wood are prominent.
Initial Taste: Sweet agave with nice wood tastes as well. A hint of bourbon with a bit more sweetness from the agave and citrus.
Finish / Aftertaste: Very pleasant, long finish. Smooth with a pleasant alcohol heat.

Don Pilar Anejo is a great value at under $40. Great character and flavor. I'd recommend it to anyone...especially those that love whiskey as well.

 
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Reviewed by jasonrm72
February 28, 2011
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Sweet agave scent with a light cherry undertone. Silky initial feel with the sweet agave leading to a solid body where the cherry comes out. The finish has a nice light spice to it that pleasantly warms the tongue.
Bottle is nice and simple, cork stopper.
Cant beat the price @ $36 at Hi Time

 
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Reviewed by AdamMathew
May 12, 2010
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I drank this Añejo out of Snifter...
The nose is a Cognac smack down. Overwhelming nose control is commandeered by this spirits Cognac overload. The note regarding this Tequila State that is fermented with Champaign yeast. C'est la vie!
The body is thin and slightly a cheap thrill that that you may be OK with, in a completely dark room.
The Taste is mild and has hidden hints of Agave. Its finish yields France, flame and fortune.
Over all, this Añejo reminds me of a smooth Cognac, but not really of Tequila. This is the most important aspect of this spirit. Choose to purchase this accordingly.

 
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bought 3/1/10, paid $40. had 2 oz from big 6 oz shot glass neat. Medium amber color, medium oil, leaves thick tears and will clump together after a time. Nice sweet agave nose, hints of caramel and wood that remained the same over the duration of the sampling. An alcohol tinge on the tongue at first, then a small bite at the end that takes a bit of time to develop, minimal heat. Has a nice wood/nut agave finish that clings for awhile. A very nice tequila to be sure, not as complex as some, but better than most. Presentation is very good but not great, when you factor in cost, this is a steal.

 
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This is one of the best new tequilas out there. This tequila that it's price point is unbeatable. It has a great finish with notes of maple syrup and toasted nuts. I won't buy another anejo again, I can't wait for them to come out with a blanco and reposado.