THE PASTORALE SERIES BY MASSIMO BOTTURA

The Santo de Piedra Pastorale Series is born from a deep reflection on the future of luxury and sustainability. Its name honors Beethoven’s Sixth Symphony—Pastorale—a tribute to nature, harmony, and renewal. In that same spirit, six remarkable artists from diverse disciplines will each craft their own visionary interpretation of mezcal—unbound by tradition and reimagined through their unique creative lens.

The inaugural edition is shaped by the brilliant mind of Chef Massimo Bottura. Bringing emotion, memory, and a profound sense of place, Bottura selected a blend of ultra-rare agaves, harvested by hand in the remote southern mountains of Oaxaca, complementing the vision of the collection by incorporating juniper wood at two key moments in the production process, just like he does with Balsamic Vinegar at Modena—subtly evoking the character of a spirit that flirts with the idea of mezcal aspiring to be a gin. The result is a poetic tension—a bold, sensorial confrontation with the conventions of tradition, owning the spirit of renewal found in Beethoven’s Sixth Symphony, and rendered in the most beautiful and unexpected way.

Limited to just 2,506 bottles, this rare release will be exclusively offered through carefully selected channels around the world. Pre-orders are available exclusively through Santo de Piedra, promising a deeply personal and elevated experience for discerning collectors and enthusiasts of the gastronomic art.

This curated series proudly supports Food for Soul, the nonprofit founded by Chef Massimo Bottura and Lara Gilmore, dedicated to fighting food waste and reducing social isolation around the world. More than a collaboration, the Pastorale Series is a testament to shared values and collective purpose—made possible through the meaningful work and vision of Food for Soul.