Smells very clean, yet incredibly mellowed down. I can easily get the scent of agave, but it's as if my nose is already used to the scent, because it doesn't dominate the senses as expected. Upon tasting, if you were to freshly grind black pepper into my mouth at that time, I would still say the stronger pepper flavor comes from this tequila. And once you get past that pleasant blindside, you get to follow this smooth, perfectly mellowed añejo all the way to the end, where a little breath will allow you to notice a few wood tannins. This could (and will) easily be poured from the bar in place of bourbon or whisky, and nobody would ever complain. So close to perfect; in my eyes, the only thing I could ever want more is just a little more wood taste, for the age. But, compared to other añejos, this one would never overpower you, nor a cocktail that you dare to try it in.