Tequila Blanco Still Proof 70cl - Fortaleza

Fortaleza

Format: 70 cl

-7%
Recommended price: 104,80 €
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Technical information
Producer Fortaleza
Type Tequila blanco
Aromatic profile Fresh agave, citrus, herbal notes
Ingredients 100% blue agave
Format 70 cl
Gradation 46.0%
Aging None, unaged
Distillation method Copper pot still distillation
Number of distillations 2
Variety Blue agave (Agave tequilana Weber)
Color Transparent
Consumption Neat, cocktail
The Tequila Blanco Still Proof by Fortaleza is born in the heart of the Los Altos region, Jalisco, an area renowned for the quality of blue agave that grows on mineral-rich soils and an ideal climate. This tequila stands out for its purity and freshness, being a blanco that does not undergo aging, but is enhanced by artisanal production that preserves the primary aromas of the plant.

The traditional processing method, which includes stone oven cooking and natural fermentation, gives the Still Proof a surprising aromatic complexity for a young tequila. On the palate, vivid notes of fresh agave are appreciated, accompanied by a touch of citrus and a light spiciness that adds vigor to every sip. The structure is clean, with a persistent finish that invites further tastings.

This Tequila Blanco is splendidly suited both for refined tastings, for those who wish to explore the authentic character of a high-end Mexican distillate, and as a base for cocktails where the quality of the main ingredient truly makes a difference, such as a classic Margarita or a revisited Tom Collins.
Distillery

Fortaleza

Distillery

Discover the spirits, production style and story of Fortaleza.

Fortaleza is an artisanal tequila producer based in the town of Tequila (Jalisco, Mexico). It produces 100% agave tequilas using traditional methods (stone/brick ovens, tahona, fermentation in wooden vats, copper stills) and a range that includes Blanco, Still Strength, Reposado and Añejo.
artisan tequila 100% agave tequila tahona-crushed tequila small-batch pot-still tequila tequila aged in American oak
Country Mexico
Region Jalisco
Founded 2005

Distillation

Double distillation in traditional copper stills; 'close to proof' distillation (bottling strength after distillation, typically around 46% for some expressions).

Ageing

Aging in used American oak barrels (re-chipped and re-charred); Fortaleza Reposado rests about 7 months, Fortaleza Añejo about 2 years, according to official information.

Raw materials

Agave (Tequilana Weber, blue agave)

Representative products

Tequila Añejo 70cl - Fortaleza Tequila Blanco Still Proof 70cl - Fortaleza Tequila Fortaleza Blanco 70cl Tequila Fortaleza Reposado 100%Agave 70cl

Official Awards

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