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Age: 6-9 Months (Reposado) | Region: Tequila Valley (Lowlands), Jalisco, Mexico | Proof: 80 Proof
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Tequila Fortaleza Reposado is the most widely sought-after expression in the NOM 1493 portfolio. Serving as the structural bridge between the raw intensity of the Blanco and the deep oak integration of the Añejo, this Reposado rests for approximately eight months in used American whiskey barrels. By utilizing traditional 19th-century methods, Fortaleza ensures that the developing notes of vanilla and caramel enhance—rather than obscure—the estate's signature cooked-agave foundation.

The Reposado Distinction

Aged long enough to achieve a velvety texture but bottled early enough to preserve volcanic minerality, Fortaleza Reposado is a masterclass in additive-free barrel management.

  • Artisanal Slow-Roasting: Estate-grown agaves are cooked in traditional stone ovens to develop deep, buttery sugars before extraction.
  • Tahona Crushed: The use of a volcanic stone roller wheel preserves the agave's natural oils, contributing to a luxuriously oily mouthfeel.
  • Used Whiskey Barrels: Maturation in American oak imparts soft baking spices and citrus notes that marry perfectly with the herbal soul of the Tequila Valley.
Sensory Profile

Nose: Vibrant cooked agave, vanilla, and caramel. Developing layers of light oak, citrus, and sage with a sophisticated buttery finish.

Palate: Medium-bodied with an oily, coating texture. Entry notes of warm agave and caramel transition into mid-palate layers of citrus, apple, and soft baking spice.

Finish: Long and rich. A persistent closing of lingering vanilla and earthy agave with a signature mineral-salty resonance that defines the Fortaleza house style.

The Industry Reference

Fortaleza Reposado is the consensus reference for "Lowlands" aged agave. While "Highlands" reposados like El Tesoro or G4 lean into floral sweetness, Fortaleza offers the earthy, mineral, and citrus-forward complexity of the town of Tequila.

"The perfect equilibrium of wood integration and agave purity."

Technical Specifications
Distillery Destilería La Fortaleza, Jalisco (NOM 1493)
Style Reposado Tequila (Additive-Free)
Extraction 100% Tahona (Volcanic Stone)
Aging ~8 Months in American Oak (Used Whiskey)
Fermentation Open-Air Wooden Tanks (Native Yeast)
Proof / ABV 80 Proof / 40% ABV
Bottle Size 750 ml
Collector Notes

Fortaleza Reposado remains the most heavily allocated expression in the core vertical, with global demand consistently outstripping the distillery's limited tahona-based production. It is a mandatory acquisition for those seeking the complete NOM 1493 narrative. Collectors prioritize this bottling for its technical balance, often citing it as the "sweet spot" of the estate's lineup. Every bottle features the signature hand-blown glass and hand-painted agave piña cap, making each unit a unique artisanal object. Provenance is strictly verified to ensure the highest standard for the luxury secondary market.

Recommended Serving

To fully appreciate the marriage of oak and agave, enjoy this Reposado neat in a copita or tequila snifter at room temperature. Its structural weight also makes it the premier choice for a Tequila Old Fashioned or Reposado Manhattan, where the barrel character carries beautifully against bitters and vermouth. This is a contemplative sipping spirit designed for the agave purist.

 

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All Sales Final: Due to alcohol regulations, we cannot accept returns for change of mind.

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