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Fortaleza

Jalisco (Los Valles)
Nom 1493

Recent Ratings

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chuck u farley
Tequila Ninja
181 ratings

Jon Novak
Tequila Ninja
193 ratings

Very easy to drink. Delicious barrel notes along with the agave. I like it much better than the previous lote.

Mike B (Great Lakes Tequila Club)
Tequila Badass
418 ratings

Creamy earthy agave pepper with a sight bitter back end. Good stuff but not a standout lot like I hoped.

Remy Newland
Tequila Wizard
940 ratings

Nose: Rich agave with hints of caramel. Minerals. Round spices, anise and green peppercorns in brine. Flavors: An extension of the aromas, with a velvety texture. Pepper heat ramps up slightly. Silky sweetness with the tiniest bit of almond/maple on the back palate fade. Finish: Given a little time, a wonderful finish evolves.

Jon Novak
Tequila Ninja
193 ratings

Delicious barrel notes goodness on the nose, maybe caramel and oak? Those notes follow through on the palate and finish. Lot 63a is a great bottle and a baseline for Añejo.

Mike B (Great Lakes Tequila Club)
Tequila Badass
418 ratings

Tasted blind

Don Heiser
Tequila Wizard
818 ratings

Don Heiser
Tequila Wizard
818 ratings

Pepe Matz
Tequila Wizard
642 ratings

Lot 53 R - tutti frutti (bubble gum in a very harmonious and great way) & cooked agave

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