Fortaleza Reposado Tequila

From the cobbled lanes of Tequila township, Jalisco, Fortaleza Reposado is patience bottled—valley agaves slow-roasted in brick ovens, 100% tahona-crushed, open-air fermented and twice distilled in copper before a gentle rest in American oak. The result is a silken, agave-first reposado with artisanal soul and timeless elegance.

Tasting Notes & Experience

Nose of citrus, caramel, butter and cooked agave with a hint of sage. The palate unfolds with sweet agave, vanilla, apple and a dusting of cinnamon over earthy depth. Long, rich finish—subtly spicy with a plush, oily texture.

Key Details

• Distillery: Fortaleza – Tequila Los Abuelos (NOM 1493)
• Type: Reposado Tequila
• Region: Jalisco, Mexico
• ABV: 40%
• Volume: 750ml
• Agave Type: Blue Weber
• Signature Serve: Neat or Over Ice

Cocktail Pairings

A sun-kissed Tommy’s Margarita—lime and agave nectar letting those oak-kissed agave notes glow. A Reposado Old Fashioned, orange twist and bitters for candle-lit polish. A ruby-rimmed Paloma with pink grapefruit soda and tajín. Or a silky Tequila Sour, clouded with foam, citrus and a whisper of cinnamon.

Craftsmanship & Story

Fortaleza keeps it old-school: stone/brick oven cooks, 100% tahona crush, open-air wood-tank fermentation with Tequila Valley spring water, and double distillation in small copper pots. Each lot is individually aged in American oak (age statement on bottle), then bottled in hand-blown Mexican glass—nothing rushed, nothing added.

Special Features

Valley-grown agave character; traditional tahona and wooden-vat fermentation; hand-blown bottle craft; individually aged lots for nuance and texture—an aficionado’s benchmark for the reposado style.

Recognition & Accolades

This tequila has garnered global acclaim, recognised by critics and competitions alike:

• Tequila.net “Best of the Best” – category winners highlighted in 2012 awards coverage.
• Forbes (2024) highlights Fortaleza Reposado among highly awarded tequilas: Double Gold (SFWSC), Gold (IWSC), 96 pts (Ultimate Spirits Challenge), Master (The Spirits Business), Gold (NYISC).
• Tales of the Cocktail Spirited Awards: “Best New Spirit” (Fortaleza Reposado Winter Blend 2019).

In addition, it is frequently featured in expert shortlists and enthusiast rankings for authenticity and craft.

Perfect for Gifting or Sipping

A luxurious choice for neat sipping and elevated classics, presented in an artisan hand-blown bottle—ideal for milestones, discerning corporate gifts and refined celebrations.

Fast, Secure NZ-Wide Delivery

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