Single Estate
Over 300 acres of agave fields, with our own nursery staying sustainable
Forged in Guerrero
Agave Cultivation
Our 300+ acres of agave fields are cultivated using polyculture practices — interplanting Agave angustifolia (Espadin), Agave cupreata (Papalometl), and wild native angustifolia on the same fields. This balanced approach nurtures the ecosystem and yields the finest agaves.
All our agaves are irrigated exclusively with natural spring water sourced from springs on our own land. Our distillery is constructed from natural stone extracted, cut, and polished by hand from the surface of our property — not mined. Highly recyclable, original organic building material requiring no chemicals.
The Oven
Conical Artisanal Oven Made of 100% Volcanic Rock
Our traditional conical oven, built entirely from volcanic rock, slowly roasts the agave piñas over several days. This time-honored method caramelizes the natural sugars, developing the complex flavors that define our mezcal.
The Tahona
2-Ton Volcanic Pressing Wheel
Our tahona is a 2-ton volcanic stone wheel on a 100% volcanic stone grinding surface. It provides a gentler way to extract the agave juice compared to mechanized shredders, producing a smoother ultra-premium mezcal. Our solar-powered motorized machine replaces traditional animal power while maintaining the artisanal practice.
Fermentation
Our fermentation tanks are made from farmed wood, naturally sealed with 100% raw beeswax. Beeswax contains a natural resin called propolis, acting as an antimicrobial, naturally sterilizing the wood and protecting the batch without a single drop of chemicals.
Natural spring water from on-site springs feeds the fermentation process, keeping every step of production rooted in our land.
Distillation
Our stills are 100% handmade hammered copper. Why hammered copper? Hammered copper increases surface area promoting clean tasting mezcal, preventing the development of unpleasant aromas and taste. Resulting in the creation of lighter, crisp tasting ultra-premium mezcal.
We don't use wood to fire our stills, no forests decimated. We use natural gas to efficiently heat our stills.
A Love Letter to Guerrero
Argato is a love letter to the state of Guerrero, its ecosystem, cultural richness, and folklore, like the traditional masks of Guerrero. Mezcal connoisseurs will enjoy Argato's soft taste and distinct notes, transporting them back to the Balsas river bank, home of the cupreata agave.