Product Description:
This Fortaleza Tequila Trio offers a comprehensive exploration of traditionally crafted, high-quality tequila. Fortaleza is renowned for its commitment to time-honored methods, producing tequilas that showcase the pure essence of agave. This bundle includes:
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Fortaleza Blanco Tequila: The unaged expression, bottled straight after distillation, highlighting the fresh, vibrant flavors of agave.
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Fortaleza Reposado Tequila: Aged in American oak barrels, imparting a balanced profile of agave and oak influence.
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Fortaleza Añejo Tequila: Aged for an extended period in American oak barrels, resulting in a rich, complex, and smooth flavor profile.
Tasting Notes:
Fortaleza Blanco Tequila:
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Appearance: Crystal clear.
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Nose: Clean and bright with prominent aromas of cooked agave, citrus (lime, lemon), and a hint of black pepper. You might also detect subtle floral and herbal notes.
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Palate: Vibrant and flavorful with a strong presence of cooked agave. Citrus, black pepper, and a touch of sweetness are balanced with a distinct minerality.
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Finish: Long and clean with a lingering agave sweetness and a warm, peppery finish.
Fortaleza Reposado Tequila:
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Appearance: Pale golden hue.
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Nose: A harmonious blend of cooked agave, vanilla, caramel, and a touch of spice. Subtle hints of toasted oak and fruit may also be present.
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Palate: Smooth and balanced with a prominent agave flavor complemented by vanilla, caramel, and oak notes. The aging process adds a touch of sweetness and complexity.
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Finish: Medium-long with a warm, gentle spice and a pleasant interplay of agave and oak.
Fortaleza Añejo Tequila:
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Appearance: Rich amber color.
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Nose: Complex and inviting with aromas of cooked agave, vanilla, caramel, toasted oak, and dried fruit (such as raisins or figs). Notes of chocolate, coffee, and spice (cinnamon, clove) may also be present.
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Palate: Smooth, rich, and full-bodied with a layered flavor profile. Cooked agave, vanilla, caramel, and oak are complemented by notes of dried fruit, chocolate, and spice. The extended aging process creates a complex and refined experience.
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Finish: Long and warm with a lingering sweetness and a pleasant oaky dryness. The finish is smooth and satisfying with a complex aftertaste.
Pertinent Information (for the Trio):
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Agave: 100% Blue Weber Agave
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Production Methods:
- Traditional stone mill (tahona) crushing (most expressions).
- Slow-cooking of agave in brick ovens.
- Fermentation in wood tanks.
- Double distillation in copper pot stills.
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Aging:
- Blanco: Unaged
- Reposado: Aged in American oak barrels.
- Añejo: Aged for an extended period in American oak barrels.
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Region: Produced in Tequila, Jalisco, Mexico.
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Key Highlights:
- High-quality tequila made with traditional methods.
- Showcases the distinct characteristics of Blanco, Reposado, and Añejo tequilas.
- Known for its pure agave flavor and minimal use of additives.
This Fortaleza Tequila Trio provides a great opportunity to appreciate the nuances of tequila production and the impact of aging on the final product.
