Review: Tequila Artenom Seleccion de 1079 Blanco
Tequila Artenom Seleccion de 1079 Blanco was introduced in 2011. When Distillery 1079 was sold the new owners filed for a new NOM and were given 1580. The name on the bottle was changed to reflect the new NOM. I’m told the flavor profile also changed. I hope to find a bottle of Artenom Seleccion de 1580 so I can compare the two myself. The Artenom brand produces a Blanco, Reposado, and Anejo from different distilleries. Those distilleries can change and the current line up includes two Blanco’s, one from NOM 1549, and another from 1579. A reposado from NOM 1414, and a anejo from NOM 1146. Tequila Artenom 1079 was crafted at an elevation of 6920, in Jesus-Maria, at the tequila distillery with the highest elevation.The aroma is agave, citrus, and caramel. The sweet agave entry is joined by caramel, building to a vanilla frosting peak. It fades with cinnamon rimmed milk chocolate flavor and a warm peppery sting. The finish is semidry and smooth with fresh agave and sweet lime taste. Tequila Artenom Seleccion de 1079 Blanco is one of the best tasting tequilas I’ve ever tasted. The bad news is it is no longer produced. I found this bottle hidden in the back of one of my towers of spirits. That is exactly where I am going to hide it now.
NOM 1079
Region Highlands
40% Alcohol
Score: 95
Award: Double Gold Medal