TEQUILA EL VIEJITO PLATA
FUERTE — 100% AGAVE
Tequila El Viejito Plata (Fuerte) is a robust 100% Agave Blanco tequila produced in Atotonilco el Alto, Jalisco, in the Los Altos / Ciénaga region of Mexico. Bottled at 50% ABV, this high-proof expression showcases an intense and authentic agave character with pronounced herbal, mineral, earthy, and spicy notes.
PRODUCT PROFILE
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Product: Tequila El Viejito Plata — Fuerte
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Category: 100% Agave Tequila
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Class: Blanco / Plata — Unaged
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Agave: Agave tequilana Weber (Blue Agave)
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Agave Origin: Los Altos de Jalisco
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Alcohol: 50% ABV
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Bottle Size: 750 mL
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NOM: 1107
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Producer: Tequila El Viejito, S.A. de C.V.
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Origin: Atotonilco el Alto, Jalisco, Mexico
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Certification: Kosher
PRODUCTION PROCESS
Cooking
Blue Agave is cooked in traditional stone and brick ovens.
Extraction
The cooked agave is processed using a roller mill.
Water Source
Production uses deep-well water.
Fermentation
100% agave juice is fermented in stainless-steel tanks, without agave fibers.
Distillation
The spirit undergoes double distillation in copper stills, resulting in a powerful and expressive tequila.
TASTING NOTES
Appearance
Transparent, bright, and crystal clear, with a dense body and pronounced, thick legs that cling to the glass, characteristic of its high alcohol content.
Aroma
Intense aromas of cooked agave, accompanied by herbal notes, wet earth, fresh grass, mineral nuances, black pepper, and subtle fruity or citrus accents.
Palate
Powerful and robust on entry, revealing deep flavors of cooked agave, earth, and mineral nuances, followed by spices such as black pepper and cinnamon, with herbal undertones.
Finish
Long, warm, and persistent, leaving a pronounced impression of cooked agave, spice, and herbal character.
OVERALL PROFILE
A high-proof Blanco tequila designed for those who appreciate intensity and authentic agave character. Its 50% ABV amplifies its robust profile, while traditional cooking, copper-pot distillation, and deep-well water contribute to its distinctive combination of cooked agave, earth, minerals, herbs, and spice.
