Doña Mariana
Fortaleza Añejo
Fortaleza Añejo is a tequila that balances cooked agave with distinct barrel influence. The nose often presents notes of caramel, vanilla, oak, and butter alongside sweet agave. On the palate, flavors of honey, citrus, and pepper emerge with a warming finish. Some lots exhibit more tannins or drier profiles while others lean toward sweetness. The spirit retains the agave character despite aging in bourbon and whiskey barrels, offering complexity through spices like cinnamon and clove. Each lot varies slightly yet maintains a consistent standard of quality in this aged expression.
ABV:40%
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Extraction:Tahona
Plant:Azul (Agave tequilana)
Fermentation:Wood tanks/pipones, 100% agave, Open-air fermentation, Fermentation without fibers
Aging:American White Oak barrels, Used barrels, Bourbon barrels
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Flavor Profile
Visual Phase
Color: Crystalline, very bright, with slight cold flashes could be perceived such as silver, very faint bluish or cold light gray under certain lighting conditions. Clarity: Clean and transparent, without impurities or turbidity.
Olfactory Phase
Aromatic profile with a combination of citrus, fruity, herbal and sweet notes. Aromas of pineapple, tangerine and grapefruit stand out, accompanied by apple yellow, mint and cinnamon, along with a sweet caramel note. The intensity aromatic is average, as is the alcoholic sensation.
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Taste Phase
Citrus and spicy taste profile, with defined flavors of mandarin, grapefruit and cinnamon, which provide a fresh and vibrant acidity. Sweet notes of pineapple are perceived and a sweetness reminiscent of caramel. Acidic flavors predominate, accompanied by a subtle sweetness. The alcoholic sensation is medium-low. The aftertaste shows an average persistence, dominated by citrus notes and fruity. Notes of pineapple, orange and lime are perceived. The alcoholic sensation and astringency is low, allowing the final notes to be expressed clearly and softness.
Read more🍍Pineapple
🍊Tangerine
🍎Apple
🫚Ginger
🪵Cinnamon
🥭Mango
🍊Grapefruit
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About the Brand
Fortaleza is a mezcal brand with a meaningful name: it honors the mother of its founders and embodies the Mexican expression "this one with mother," implying something exceptional and perfect. This mezcal aims to connect with both connoisseurs and newcomers, offering a taste experience that symbolizes maternal love, care, and tradition.
