The Sauternes wine casks used for aging the Excellia Anejo have been used to produce only one vintage, meaning they have only been used for two or three years. The young wood of the Sauternes casks rapidly grants the tequila elegant sweet and fruity notes.The Cognac casks have been used for more than 20 years to age renowned cognacs. The aromas are therefore deeply seeped through the wood and they are released slower and more discreet than the Sauternes casks. Excellia Anejo delivers dessert wine aromas with evolving notes of rancio, baked spices and herbs, leather and sandalwood. The palate is intense and round with a strong tannic woodiness along with fresh spices, tingling pepper and sweet charcoal notes. The long finish is gradual with balanced lingering tonnes of cocoa and orchard.