Azabache Energy Inc. Announces Production Testing Results

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Azabache Energy Inc. ("Azabache" or the "Company") (TSX VENTURE:AZA) announces
the completion of the production testing operation performed on the Cvo.x-2
exploration well on the Covunco Norte Sur Block, Neuquen Province (the "Block").
The Company is pleased to provide the following up date:




1.  Upon the Cvo.x-2 well being completed and the hydraulic fracture
    stimulation at the planned depths (1st stage: perforated at 1,991.5 to
    1,974.0 m below ground level; 2nd stage: perforated at 1,946.0 to
    1,914.5 m below ground level; and 3rd stage: perforated at 1,672.7 to
    1,642.0 m below ground level) a bridge plug was placed in order to
    isolate the 1st stage from the others as it was not successfully
    completed with Proppant. The reason why the first stage did not
    penetrate the Vaca Muerta Formation as expected is being currently
    analyzed. 
    
2.  Between 01/16/2014 up to 03/14/2014 the well was extracted from the 2nd
    and 3rd stages by means of a well testing circuit (Wellhead Chicksan
    Connections, Manifold, Triphasic Separator, Flowback and Storage Tanks
    and Burned lines), with a maximum flow back net of oil (37 API) of 24
    Bbls/d and a maximum gas flow of 56,000 Scf/d, with a gross flow back of
    75% water (frac water). During this period, the wellhead pressure went
    from 1850 to 220 Psi, flowing through a 3 mm Choke. 67% of the total
    volume of water injected was recovered in the 2nd and 3rd stages. 
    
3.  The results obtained from the Production Logging Tool suggest that the
    fracture was effective at the 2nd stage level, especially in the upper
    section, where 1,259 m3 of water and 182.6 metric tons of Proppant were
    placed. This section has an average TOC content of 2.29% and it has
    limestone interbedded with shale. The role of these limestones and
    potential natural fractures is not known yet and is a matter for study.
    The results of these studies will be considered as a basis for future
    interventions. 
    
4.  After the Production Logging Tool was removed, the well was shut-in due
    to the low pressure to wait for its recovery and then re-entry within
    approximately 3 months when the pressure in wellhead recovers. The
    pressure will be monitored periodically. 
    
5.  The Company now is now submitting the required technical information and
    applications to the Neuquen Province to obtain an extended evaluation
    period for this Block and expects to obtain the necessary approvals in
    the next few weeks. 



Mr. Claudio Larotonda, Chief Executive Officer, commented: 

"The goal of this pilot well was to prove that Covunco Block lies in the oil
window for Vaca Muerta and is able to flow hydrocarbons. We succeeded in doing
that acquiring significant data. Now, we have to move towards the commercial
production which will involve optimizing drilling and completion techniques at a
much lower cost."


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This press release contains forward-looking statements. More particularly, this
press release contains statements concerning commercial production at the
Cvo.x-2 well on the Covunco Norte-Sur Block. The forward-looking statements
contained in this document are based on certain key expectations and assumptions
made by Azabache and its expected operations. Although Azabache believes that
the expectations and assumptions on which the forward-looking statements are
based are reasonable, undue reliance should not be placed on the forward-looking
statements because Azabache can give no assurance that they will prove to be
correct. Since forward-looking statements address future events and conditions,
by their very nature they involve inherent risks and uncertainties. Actual
results could differ materially from those currently anticipated due to a number
of factors and risks. 


These include, but are not limited to, the failure to obtain necessary
regulatory approvals, risks associated with the oil and gas industry in general
(e.g., operational risks in development, exploration and production; delays or
changes in plans with respect to exploration or development projects or capital
expenditures; the uncertainty of reserve estimates; the uncertainty of estimates
and projections relating to production, costs and expenses, and health, safety
and environmental risks), commodity price and exchange rate fluctuations. The
forward-looking statements contained in this document are made as of the date
hereof and Azabache undertakes no obligation to update publicly or revise any
forward-looking statements or information, whether as a result of new
information, future events or otherwise, unless so required by applicable
securities laws. 


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an offer to buy nor shall there be any sale of the securities in any state in
which such offer, solicitation or sale would be unlawful. The securities have
not been registered under the United States Securities Act of 1933, as amended,
and may not be offered or sold in the United States absent registration or an
applicable exemption from registration requirements.


FOR FURTHER INFORMATION PLEASE CONTACT: 
Azabache Energy Inc.
Claudio Larotonda
President & CEO
+54.11.4893.4004
[e-mail]


Azabache Energy Inc.
Glenn Van Doorne
Chairman
+403.966.8739
[e-mail]
www.azaenergy.com