V i n a t e r o s

B i e n v e n i d o F e r n á n d e z

The Maestro of the Sierra.

Bienve has been distilling sotol since he could carry the bar to knock down the dasylirion stem.

A 4th generation maestro, and legendary storyteller, Bienve has always smiled in the face of adversity. Evading the eye of authorities, he embraced a nomadic life to traverse mountain ranges with the aid of his favorite donkey to carry his copper still. As he traveled, he crafted batches of sotol, lechuguilla, and ensambles from the plants he encountered along the trail.

J u a n F e r n á n d e z

Juan Fernández Brother of Bienvenido Fernández, he shares the vinata with his brother.

He is a daredevil who is also serious, likes to observe, and only starts to open up to people once he gains confidence. He enjoys going to the forest to harvest plants and being in contact with nature. He doesn’t lose his youth and is always looking to experiment with plants and ensambles. His style, although similar to Bienve’s, has its own touch

A r r i e t a F a m i l y

The Arrieta Family has been making sotol for 5 generations and counting. They had the fortune to learn the distillation process from their grandfather. Sharing their love for sotol with future generations has been their life, they are constantly learning and seeking ways to refine the art of making sotol. Their enthusiasm is intoxicating and admirable.

Working out of the desert of Chihuahua, they have grown to have thick skin. Really hard workers making sure to have a smile at the end of the day proud of their traditions.

Chuy is in charge of distillation, a calm and quiet gentleman that loves to share. He puts all his love, passion and sense to produce a sotol that is Parejo.

Mario goes to the desert to harvest the plants. He’s the wild one, always getting himself into the most insane adventures while working hard. Alongside other members of their family, they keep the sotol alive, always making sure the next generation learns to respect the craft.