ArteNom Seleccion 1414 Reposado 750ML

ArteNom Seleccion 1414 Reposado 750ML is a highland Jalisco reposado tequila distilled at Destilería El Ranchito, bottled at 40% ABV (80 proof). It earned a Double Gold at the 2024 SIP Awards, reinforcing its reputation as one of the more compelling terroir-driven reposados on the market. The expression is distinguished by its use of field-extracted wild yeast during fermentation — a rare practice that channels the microbial environment of the Arandas highlands directly into the spirit.

Quick Facts: ABV: 40%  |  Origin: Arandas, Highlands of Jalisco, Mexico  |  Reposado  |  Distillery: Destilería El Ranchito

Production & Heritage

Destilería El Ranchito operates in Arandas, in the Los Altos (highlands) region of Jalisco — an area prized for agave with elevated sugar content, thanks to iron-rich red clay soils and high altitude. The 1414 Reposado is made from 100% Blue Weber agave (Tequilana Weber), twice distilled in copper pot stills. What sets it apart from nearly every other reposado in the category is its fermentation: rather than using commercial yeast strains, the distillery employs wild yeast harvested from the agave fields themselves. This allows the local terroir to shape the spirit's flavor in ways that cultivated yeast simply cannot replicate, producing a savory, site-specific character that has become the hallmark of the 1414 expression.

Tasting Notes

Aroma: Initial waves of cooked agave and roasted sweet potato lead the way, followed by green apple and vanilla bean. A subtle vegetal quality — reminiscent of desert chaparral — adds an earthy layer alongside light baking spice.

Taste: The entry is soft and inviting, with salted vanilla cookie and caramel meeting roasted agave at the mid-palate. Allspice and citrus peel build through the middle, while a mild chile heat emerges toward the peak, keeping the profile layered and lively without tipping into sharpness.

Finish: Clean and warm, with soft oak tannins and a lingering peppery agave note. The finish dries gradually at moderate length, closing without any harsh bitterness.

How to Drink the 1414 Reposado

This reposado rewards sipping neat at room temperature, where the wild-yeast complexity is most transparent. A single ice cube can open up its vanilla and citrus notes for those who prefer a slightly chilled pour. In cocktails, it brings genuine agave depth: try it in a Paloma, where its roasted agave and citrus peel amplify fresh grapefruit; in a Tequila Old Fashioned, where salted vanilla and allspice stand up beautifully to bitters and agave syrup; or in a classic Margarita, where its mild chile heat adds a savory edge to lime and orange liqueur.

Best For

• Gifting a tequila enthusiast who values artisanal, small-production spirits
• Sipping alongside Mexican cuisine at a dinner gathering
• Expanding a collection beyond mainstream highland reposados
• Introducing fellow drinkers to wild-yeast-fermented tequila

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the 1414 Reposado taste like? It leads with caramel and salted vanilla, transitions through roasted agave and allspice at the mid-palate, and finishes with soft oak and peppery agave warmth.

How does the 1414 Reposado compare to Patrón Reposado? Both are highland Jalisco reposados, but ArteNom 1414 uses wild yeast fermentation and exclusively copper pot distillation, resulting in a more terroir-driven, savory profile. Patrón Reposado blends tahona-crushed and roller-mill-processed distillates for a smoother, more polished character.

Is the 1414 Reposado good for sipping neat? Yes — its wild-yeast fermentation produces layered, nuanced flavors that are best appreciated neat or with minimal dilution. The 40% ABV makes it approachable without sacrificing complexity.

Where is the 1414 Reposado made? It is produced at Destilería El Ranchito in Arandas, located in the highlands (Los Altos) of Jalisco, Mexico. The region's high altitude and red clay soils contribute to agave with distinctively high sugar content.

What foods pair well with the 1414 Reposado? Grilled shrimp with chile and lime, where the tequila's mild heat and citrus complement the dish; carnitas tacos, whose richness matches its roasted agave and allspice; dark chocolate with sea salt, echoing its salted vanilla notes; aged Oaxacan cheese, whose nuttiness balances the oak tannins; and mole poblano, whose layered spice mirrors the spirit's complexity.

What sizes does the 1414 Reposado come in? ArteNom Seleccion 1414 Reposado is available in the standard 750ml bottle.

Is the 1414 Reposado worth the price? It positions as a premium artisanal reposado, priced above mass-market options but justified by its wild-yeast fermentation, copper pot distillation, and Double Gold recognition at the 2024 SIP Awards. For drinkers seeking terroir-driven tequila rather than brand-driven marketing, it delivers strong value within its tier.

Why the 1414 Reposado?

Field-extracted wild yeast fermentation is the defining feature here — it is a practice that very few tequila producers maintain, and it gives the 1414 Reposado a savory, site-specific character that commercial yeast strains cannot produce. A Double Gold at the 2024 SIP Awards and Gold at the 2024 TAG Global Spirits Awards confirm that the approach translates into the glass. Twice distilled in copper pot stills from 100% highland Blue Weber agave, this is a reposado built on process and provenance. For anyone tired of homogeneous, industrially fermented tequila, the 1414 makes a compelling case for what the highlands of Arandas actually taste like when the agave is allowed to speak.