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Review · · by The Editors
Wild Common Ensamble
Espadín and tobalá at 46%. The entry point that isn't entry-level
Score: 4.0/5 agaves
- Producer: Wild Common
- Maestro: Joel Velasco
- Region: San Luis del Rio, Oaxaca
- Agave: Espadin, Tobala
- ABV: 46%
- Price: $70 ($$)
Verdict
Wild Common's ensamble is the bottle that introduces the brand's thesis: pay the maestros, bottle at proof, don't dilute. The espadín-tobalá pairing is generous without being showy, and at 46% it outperforms most mid-shelf single-agave bottles. If you've been buying Banhez Ensamble and wondering what's next, this is a credible upgrade.
The ensamble that earns its price without raising it
Tasting notes
Nose: Honey up front. Green melon, warm stone, subtle smoke, a floral topnote underneath
Palate: Generous and structured. At 46%, the tobalá lifting the espadín into something brighter than either would read alone. Layered mid-palate, no shortcuts
Finish: Mineral, a faint lingering sweetness
The bottom line
The step up from Banhez when you're ready
Where to buy online
We found this bottle at 2 US retailers. Prices and stock vary – click through to check.
- Total Wine – $68.99
- Keg N Bottle – $84.99