Fortaleza Tequila Blanco Lot 100

Fortaleza Blanco Lot 100 defies modern industry norms. Guillermo Erickson Sauza crafted this special release to celebrate his hundredth bottling run. Instead of cutting it with water, he distilled the liquid precisely to eighty proof. This release demands absolute attention. Fermented in open-air wood tanks and crushed by a two-ton tahona, the spirit exclusively features ripe highland agave from a single Arandas estate. You get an incredibly authentic distillation without any additives.

• Distilled precisely to 40% ABV without dilution.
• Tahona-crushed, single-estate highland agave from Arandas.
• 100% additive-free production at NOM 1493.

True agave purists chase this rare bottle relentlessly. Its viscous texture coats the mouth instantly. The lack of proofing water retains a dense suspension of volatile flavor oils that standard bottling procedures typically wash away before reaching the shelf. You taste the raw, rugged essence of the Mexican highlands.

Nose: Aromas of honeyed roasted agave immediately dominate the glass. Briny green olive and fresh mown hay sit heavily in the background. The aroma commands your total focus. Subtle baking spices weave seamlessly through dense earthy undertones, revealing the distinct highland terroir beautifully and clearly before the alcohol evaporates.

Palate: The unfiltered texture feels remarkably heavy and oily. Cinnamon and sharp anise strike first. Intense agave sweetness battles against a fierce wave of robust white pepper, leaving absolutely no room for any imperfections to hide within the liquid. You taste profound, uncompromising complexity.

Finish: The heat fades into a lingering, earthy dryness. Peppery agave notes echo beautifully. Brine and crushed minerals stretch out along the palate, leaving a dry finish that firmly reminds you exactly where this spirit was meticulously crafted.

This undiluted blanco commands rich, intensely savory dishes to tame its robust profile. Freshly shucked oysters with a dash of habanero mignonette cut right through the oily texture. The combination works remarkably well. A fatty cut of grilled yellowtail collar also balances the sharp mineral notes perfectly, highlighting the sweet agave while grounding the heavy vegetal finish.