Doña Mariana
Fortaleza Reposado - Winter Blend 2022
Fortaleza Reposado Winter Blend 2022 is a tequila aged in French oak Oloroso sherry and Hungarian Tokaji casks. It presents notes of caramel, vanilla, cherry, and cooked agave with distinct butterscotch and baking spice. The palate balances sweet wine sensations with vegetal undertones and a creamy texture. A finish marked by black pepper, citrus, and dry oak provides structure. This expression offers complexity through barrel blending while maintaining the characteristic agave profile of the brand, delivering a nuanced spirit that highlights both fruit and spice elements in every sip.
ABV:43.5%
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Extraction:Tahona
Plant:Azul (Agave tequilana)
Fermentation:Wood tanks/pipones, 100% agave, Open-air fermentation, Fermentation without fibers
Aging:French Oak barrels, American White Oak barrels, Sherry casks, Bourbon barrels, Hungarian Oak 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.
