{"title":"Luxury Tequila","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWooden Cork’s luxury tequila collection is built around the most allocated, premium, and collector-tier tequila brands on the market — from Clase Azul’s hand-painted ceramic decanters to Don Julio 1942’s signature bottle, Tears of Llorona’s multi-cask extra añejo, and Fortaleza’s additive-free traditional production. Every bottle in this collection represents the high end of the category.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBrowse \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/clase-azul\"\u003eClase Azul\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/don-julio\"\u003eDon Julio\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/extra-anejo\"\u003eall Extra Añejo tequila\u003c\/a\u003e, and \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/rare\"\u003erare and allocated bottles\u003c\/a\u003e at Wooden Cork.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat distinguishes luxury tequila from premium tequila?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe distinction is meaningful but not always cleanly defined. Premium tequila — anything 100% Blue Weber agave, additive-free, from a reputable distillery — starts around $40–60. Luxury tequila typically layers additional criteria on top: extended aging beyond the legal minimum (añejo or extra añejo rather than just reposado), presentation that cannot be mass-produced (hand-painted ceramic decanters, numbered releases, handmade glass), limited production creating genuine scarcity, and a price point generally starting around $150. The luxury designation reflects a combination of liquid quality, production effort, and collectibility — not just age or price alone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eIs Clase Azul the best luxury tequila?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClase Azul is the most recognizable luxury tequila brand globally — the hand-painted ceramic decanter is immediately identifiable, and the Reposado is the most commonly gifted premium tequila bottle in the world. Whether it’s the “best” depends on what you’re optimizing for. For gifting and presentation, Clase Azul Reposado is the benchmark. For liquid complexity and additive-free traditional production, brands like Fortaleza, El Tesoro, and Tequila Ocho are frequently cited by enthusiasts as offering more agave authenticity per dollar. For rarity and collector value, Tears of Llorona, Clase Azul Ultra, and master-distiller limited editions compete at the highest tier. The best luxury tequila is the one that fits the specific occasion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat is additive-free tequila and why does it matter at the luxury tier?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMexican law permits tequila producers to add up to 1% of the bottle’s total volume in additives without disclosure: glycerin (for mouthfeel), sugar (for sweetness), oak extract (for fake aging color and flavor), and caramel coloring. This means a reposado aged 2 months can taste and look like a well-aged extra añejo through additives alone. At the luxury tier, paying $150–$300 for a bottle that achieves its profile through additives rather than genuine aging and agave quality is a legitimate concern. Additive-free certifications (Tequila Matchmaker’s Additive Free program) confirm that the flavor profile in the bottle is entirely from agave, fermentation, distillation, and barrel aging — no shortcuts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e{\"@context\":\"https:\/\/schema.org\",\"@type\":\"FAQPage\",\"mainEntity\":[{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"What distinguishes luxury tequila from premium tequila?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Premium tequila starts at $40-60: 100% Blue Weber agave, additive-free, reputable distillery. Luxury tequila adds extended aging (añejo or extra añejo), presentation that cannot be mass-produced (hand-painted ceramic, numbered releases), limited production creating genuine scarcity, and pricing generally starting around $150. A combination of liquid quality, production effort, and collectibility.\"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"Is Clase Azul the best luxury tequila?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Most recognizable luxury tequila brand globally. For gifting and presentation, Clase Azul Reposado is the benchmark. For liquid complexity and additive-free traditional production, Fortaleza, El Tesoro, and Tequila Ocho are frequently cited by enthusiasts. For rarity and collector value, Tears of Llorona, Clase Azul Ultra, and master-distiller limited editions compete at the highest tier.\"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"What is additive-free tequila and why does it matter at the luxury tier?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Mexican law permits up to 1% additives without disclosure: glycerin (mouthfeel), sugar (sweetness), oak extract (fake aging), and caramel coloring. A 2-month reposado can taste like a well-aged extra añejo through additives. At $150-300, additive-free certification (Tequila Matchmaker program) confirms flavor comes entirely from agave, fermentation, distillation, and barrel aging — not shortcuts.\"}}]}\u003c\/script\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"gran-patron-burdeos","title":"Gran Patrón Burdeos Tequila","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBurdeos. Extra Añejo. Gran Patrón — the most complex expression in the Gran Patrón ultra-premium line, presenting 100% Blue Weber agave aged in American and French oak barrels then finished in Bordeaux wine barrels — adding the dark berry, tannin, and dried fruit character of one of France's most prestigious wine regions to the tequila's extended oak aging.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e'Burdeos' is the Spanish name for Bordeaux — a direct reference to the French wine barrels used in the final finishing stage. The Bordeaux barrel program adds layers of dried cherry, cassis, and structured tannin that purely oak-aged extra añejo cannot produce, making Gran Patrón Burdeos one of the most wine-influenced tequilas in the ultra-premium category.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eProduced at Hacienda Patrón in Jalisco using the same 100% Blue Weber agave and traditional tahona stone-crushing process that defines the Patrón family, Burdeos is positioned as the pinnacle of the standard Gran Patrón range.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecs\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProducer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hacienda Patrón, Jalisco, Mexico\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAgave:\u003c\/strong\u003e 100% Blue Weber\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Extra Añejo Tequila, Bordeaux Barrel Finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAging:\u003c\/strong\u003e American and French oak, then Bordeaux wine barrel finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eABV:\u003c\/strong\u003e 40%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 750ml\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eBrowse all \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/woodencork.com\/collections\/patron\"\u003ePatrón at Wooden Cork\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does Bordeaux wine barrel finishing add to tequila?\u003c\/strong\u003e Dark berry (cassis, dried cherry), structured tannin, and wine complexity that American or French oak alone cannot produce. Bordeaux's high-tannin Cabernet Sauvignon-dominant wines leave significant flavor compounds in the barrel that transfer to the tequila during finishing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHow does Burdeos compare to Gran Patrón Platinum also in the collection?\u003c\/strong\u003e Gran Patrón Platinum is a triple-distilled silver tequila — unaged, presented for its pure agave character. Burdeos is an extra añejo with extended oak and Bordeaux barrel aging — the two represent opposite ends of the Gran Patrón spectrum: purity vs. complexity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e{\"@context\":\"https:\/\/schema.org\",\"@type\":\"FAQPage\",\"mainEntity\":[{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"What does Bordeaux wine barrel finishing add to tequila?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Dark berry (cassis, dried cherry), structured tannin, and wine complexity that oak alone can't produce. 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While standard Patrón expressions blend tahona-crushed and roller-mill distillates, Gran Patrón Piedra uses only tahona-crushed agave. The tahona process is slower, more labor-intensive, and more expensive than the roller mill — and it produces a distinctly creamier, more complex agave character with more of the roasted agave fiber contributing to the final spirit. Four years of aging in French Limousin and new American oak then adds vanilla, dried fruit, spice, and the depth that extended barrel contact develops.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Roasted agave richness intensified by the tahona-only process — vanilla, caramel, dried fruit, and spice from four years of French and American oak\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rich and creamy — the tahona agave character prominent with vanilla, oak spice, dried fruit, and the complexity that four-year extra añejo aging develops\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long and smooth — oak, caramel, and warm agave spice\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecs\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProducer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hacienda Patrón, Jalisco, Mexico\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAgave:\u003c\/strong\u003e 100% Blue Weber, tahona process only\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Extra Añejo Tequila\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAge:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4 years\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCasks:\u003c\/strong\u003e French Limousin oak and new American oak\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePresentation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Crystal decanter and box\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eABV:\u003c\/strong\u003e 40%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 750ml\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eBrowse all \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/patron\"\u003ePatrón tequila at Wooden Cork\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ch4\u003eWhat makes Gran Patrón Piedra different from Gran Patrón Burdeos?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eBoth are extra añejo Gran Patrón expressions, but they use different aging approaches. Piedra uses French Limousin and American oak for four years with no secondary finish. Burdeos uses American and French oak then adds a Bordeaux wine barrel finish. Piedra is defined by its tahona-only production and pure oak aging; Burdeos is defined by its Bordeaux wine barrel finishing and wine-influenced complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e{\"@context\":\"https:\/\/schema.org\",\"@type\":\"FAQPage\",\"mainEntity\":[{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"What makes Gran Patrón Piedra different from Gran Patrón Burdeos?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Both are extra añejo, but Piedra uses French Limousin and American oak for four years with no secondary finish — defined by its tahona-only production. 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Gran Patrón — Hacienda Patrón's ultra-premium silver tequila, triple distilled in small batches and hand-numbered, presenting the purest expression of Patrón's 100% Blue Weber agave without any oak aging — the Gran Patrón line's statement that exceptional agave at maximum purity is itself a luxury product.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhile Gran Patrón Burdeos represents the complexity of extended extra añejo aging and Bordeaux barrel finishing, Gran Patrón Platinum takes the opposite approach — triple distillation to achieve crystal clarity and maximum agave purity, with no color from oak aging to obscure the liquid. Each bottle is individually hand-numbered from small batch production at Hacienda Patrón in Jalisco.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe triple distillation removes more congeners and heavier spirit compounds than Patrón's standard double-distillation process, producing a smoother, more refined unaged expression than the standard Patrón Silver at significantly higher proof density and purity.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecs\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProducer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hacienda Patrón, Jalisco, Mexico\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAgave:\u003c\/strong\u003e 100% Blue Weber\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Silver (Blanco) Tequila, Triple Distilled\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBottling:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hand-numbered, small batch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eABV:\u003c\/strong\u003e 40%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 750ml\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eBrowse all \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/woodencork.com\/collections\/patron\"\u003ePatrón at Wooden Cork\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does triple distillation add over double distillation?\u003c\/strong\u003e Each distillation pass removes more congeners and heavier compounds, producing a progressively purer, smoother spirit. Triple distillation achieves a level of refinement that standard double-distilled silver tequilas don't reach — at the cost of removing some of the more rustic agave character that single distillation enthusiasts prefer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHow does Gran Patrón Platinum compare to standard Patrón Silver?\u003c\/strong\u003e Gran Patrón Platinum is triple distilled in small batches and hand-numbered at a significantly higher price point. Standard Patrón Silver is double distilled at scale. 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A two-ton volcanic stone wheel slowly crushes the roasted agave, extracting juice alongside the fibrous agave pulp — a process that takes significantly longer than roller mills but produces a creamier, more complex agave character. Patron blends tahona-crushed and roller-mill distillates for each expression, combining the textural richness of tahona with the cleaner agave brightness of roller mill production. The result is the signature Patron Silver profile: roasted agave, fresh citrus, white pepper, and a clean finish that works equally well neat or in cocktails.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Roasted agave, fresh citrus, light vanilla, white pepper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Crisp and clean with sweet cooked agave, citrus, and a subtle herbaceous note\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Light pepper, clean fade, medium length\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecs\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProducer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hacienda Patron, Jalisco, Mexico\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAgave:\u003c\/strong\u003e 100% Blue Weber, highland Jalisco\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Blanco (Silver) Tequila, unaged\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCrushing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tahona and roller mill blend\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDistillation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Double distilled, copper pot stills\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eABV:\u003c\/strong\u003e 40%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 750ml\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eBrowse the full \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/patron\"\u003ePatron lineup\u003c\/a\u003e or all \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/tequila\"\u003etequila at Wooden Cork\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ch4\u003eWhat makes Patron Silver different from other blancos?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe tahona and roller mill blend. Most commercial blancos use only roller mills for efficiency. Patron runs a portion of each batch through a two-ton tahona stone wheel, which crushes the roasted agave more slowly and gently, extracting more fiber character and producing a creamier texture. The blended distillates combine tahona richness with the cleaner agave brightness from the roller mill.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eIs Patron Silver good for margaritas?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes — it is one of the most popular margarita tequilas in the premium category. The citrus and pepper character hold up well against lime and triple sec, and the tahona-influenced creaminess adds body to the cocktail. A reliable, widely available choice at the premium price point.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eHow does Patron Silver compare to Patron Reposado?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eSilver is unaged — pure agave, citrus, and pepper with no oak influence. 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Casa Dragones — a small batch blend of silver and extra añejo tequila from Casa Dragones in San Miguel de Allende, Mexico, founded by Bertha González Nieves — the world’s first female Maestra Tequilera certified by the Academia Mexicana de Catadores de Tequila.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCasa Dragones was established in 2009 with a specific mission: to produce ultra-premium artisan tequila focused on sipping rather than mixing, in small batches that allow each release to maintain exceptional consistency. The Joven — Spanish for ‘young’ — blends the fresh, agave-forward character of unaged silver tequila with the rounded complexity of extra añejo in a proprietary ratio that produces the signature smooth, sweet, and complex profile that made Casa Dragones internationally recognized.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe tequila is double-distilled in small stainless steel pot stills rather than the stainless column stills used in most commercial tequila production, retaining more agave character and producing the silky, clean texture that defines the house style.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecs\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProducer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Casa Dragones, San Miguel de Allende, Guanajuato, Mexico (est. 2009)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAgave:\u003c\/strong\u003e 100% Blue Weber, highland Jalisco\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Joven Tequila — silver + extra añejo blend\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDistillation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Small stainless steel pot stills, double distilled\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eABV:\u003c\/strong\u003e 40%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 750ml\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eBrowse all \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/woodencork.com\/collections\/tequila\"\u003etequila at Wooden Cork\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWho is Bertha González Nieves?\u003c\/strong\u003e The co-founder of Casa Dragones and the world’s first female Maestra Tequilera certified by the Academia Mexicana de Catadores de Tequila. 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At 18 months in American white oak, the Los Altos highland agave's natural sweetness melds with the caramel and butterscotch of extended oak contact, producing a tequila with the structural complexity of an aged whiskey while remaining unmistakably agave-forward. The La Primavera distillery at NOM 1449 in Los Altos de Atotonilco el Alto is dedicated exclusively to ultra-premium production, and the Añejo is the clearest expression of what that facility's focus on quality achieves at the aged tier. 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A handcrafted ceramic decanter with 24k gold, platinum, and obsidian.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eClase Azul Ultra is the rarest expression in the Clase Azul portfolio — a bottle that takes two weeks to produce by hand before a single drop of tequila goes into it. The decanter is adorned with a 24k gold label, platinum accents, a sterling silver medallion, and an obsidian volcanic glass top. It is, by any measure, one of the most extraordinary objects in the spirits world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eInside is equally serious. Double distilled from 100% Tequilana Weber Blue Agave, then aged for a minimum of five years in hand-selected Sherry Oak casks. 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The Sherry cask influence is pronounced and elegant.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Exceptionally long, warm, and dry — with lingering oak, dark fruit, and a whisper of smoke.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Decanter\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach Clase Azul Ultra decanter is handcrafted over two weeks by artisans in Santa María Canchesda, Mexico. No two are identical. The bottle itself is a collector's object independent of what's inside — which is saying something, given what's inside.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCategory:\u003c\/strong\u003e Extra Añejo Tequila\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAgave:\u003c\/strong\u003e 100% Tequilana Weber Blue Agave\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAge:\u003c\/strong\u003e Minimum 5 years, Sherry Oak casks\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDistillation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Double distilled\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eABV:\u003c\/strong\u003e 40%\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 750ml\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProduction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fewer than 100 bottles annually\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBrowse our full \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/woodencork.com\/collections\/extra-anejo-tequila\"\u003eextra añejo tequila collection\u003c\/a\u003e or explore the complete \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/woodencork.com\/collections\/tequila\"\u003etequila selection at Wooden Cork\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHow many bottles of Clase Azul Ultra are produced each year?\u003c\/strong\u003e Fewer than 100 bottles are released annually, making this one of the most limited tequila expressions in existence.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat makes the Clase Azul Ultra bottle special?\u003c\/strong\u003e Each decanter is hand-crafted over two weeks in Mexico, adorned with 24k gold, platinum accents, a sterling silver medallion, and an obsidian volcanic glass top. No two decanters are identical.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHow does Clase Azul Ultra compare to the Clase Azul Reposado?\u003c\/strong\u003e The Reposado is aged 8 months in oak and is Clase Azul's flagship expression. The Ultra is aged a minimum of 5 years in Sherry Oak, produced in quantities under 100 annually, and represents the absolute pinnacle of the portfolio.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIs Clase Azul Ultra worth the price?\u003c\/strong\u003e For collectors and serious tequila enthusiasts, yes. The combination of extreme scarcity, handcrafted ceramic decanter, and 5+ years of Sherry Oak aging makes it genuinely rare — not marketing-rare. Secondary market prices consistently exceed retail.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e\n{\n  \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\",\n  \"@type\": \"FAQPage\",\n  \"mainEntity\": [\n    {\n      \"@type\": \"Question\",\n      \"name\": \"How many bottles of Clase Azul Ultra are produced each year?\",\n      \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n        \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n        \"text\": \"Fewer than 100 bottles are released annually, making this one of the most limited tequila expressions in existence.\"\n      }\n    },\n    {\n      \"@type\": \"Question\",\n      \"name\": \"What makes the Clase Azul Ultra bottle special?\",\n      \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n        \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n        \"text\": \"Each decanter is hand-crafted over two weeks in Mexico, adorned with 24k gold, platinum accents, a sterling silver medallion, and an obsidian volcanic glass top. 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Sourced from the Los Altos highlands of Jalisco — where altitude, volcanic soil, and cooler temperatures produce agave with greater sugar concentration and more complex flavor than lowland agave — the tequila is aged 8 months in American white oak. The aging period is deliberately calibrated: long enough to add vanilla, caramel, and gentle wood spice, but not so long that the agave's natural fruity and floral brightness is obscured. The result is one of the most balanced reposado expressions at any price point.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEach ceramic decanter is hand-painted by artisans in Santa María Canchesda, Guerrero — making every Clase Azul Reposado bottle individually unique. The ceramic stopper, the hand-applied paint, and the artisan finish mean no two bottles are exactly alike. The decanter is widely repurposed as a decorative vessel after the tequila is finished.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNose: Fresh highland agave, vanilla, light caramel, and floral citrus with subtle oak. Palate: Smooth and well-balanced — agave sweetness, vanilla, light cinnamon, and gentle wood spice from 8 months of oak aging. The highland agave character remains the dominant note throughout. Finish: Clean and medium-long with warm spice and a light, satisfying sweetness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProducer: Clase Azul, Los Altos de Jalisco, Mexico. Agave: 100% Blue Weber, highland Jalisco. Style: Reposado Tequila. Aging: 8 months in American white oak. Presentation: Hand-painted artisan ceramic decanter. Proof: 80 (40% ABV). 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One of the most recognized bottles in ultra-premium tequila.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eWhy is Clase Azul Reposado so expensive?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTwo factors: the tequila itself is made from premium highland Blue Weber agave with 8 months of oak aging, and the ceramic decanter is hand-painted by artisans in Guerrero, Mexico — a labor-intensive process that makes each bottle individually unique. The combination of ultra-premium liquid and artisan presentation commands a significant price premium over standard reposado expressions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eHow does Clase Azul Reposado compare to the Añejo?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Reposado is aged 8 months in American white oak — the entry and flagship expression, with the agave character still prominent alongside light vanilla and wood spice. The Añejo is aged 25 months for significantly deeper oak integration, darker fruit, and more concentrated complexity. 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The five-year aging period produces a tequila with the depth, richness, and barrel complexity typically associated with premium aged spirits in other categories.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Intense roasted agave richness with vanilla, caramel, and dried fruit from five years of dual-cask aging\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Complex and full — layers of vanilla, caramel, oak spice, dried fruit, and the concentrated agave character that extended barrel contact preserves and intensifies\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long, warm, and sophisticated — oak, caramel, and agave in a lasting close\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecs\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProducer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hacienda Patrón, Jalisco, Mexico\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAgave:\u003c\/strong\u003e 100% Blue Weber, highland Jalisco\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Extra Añejo Tequila, Limited Edition\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAge:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5 years\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCasks:\u003c\/strong\u003e New American Limousin oak barrels and seasoned whiskey barrels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eABV:\u003c\/strong\u003e 40%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 750ml\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eBrowse the full \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/patron\"\u003ePatrón collection\u003c\/a\u003e or all \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/tequila\"\u003etequila at Wooden Cork\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ch4\u003eWhat is Limousin oak and why does it differ from American white oak?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eLimousin is a variety of French oak from the Limousin forest in central France — traditionally used in Cognac and Armagnac production. 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Del Toro brought his signature dark romanticism to the bottle design: intricate, hand-crafted, and packed with symbolic imagery drawn from his filmography and personal mythology. Each bottle is a wearable piece of del Toro's creative universe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe tequila inside is Patrón Extra Añejo — aged a minimum of three years in a combination of American oak, Hungarian oak, and used Patrón whiskey barrels. At this age and with this cask diversity, Patrón Extra Añejo reaches a level of complexity well beyond the standard Patrón lineup. Rich, smooth, and deeply layered, it is a tequila that justifies being sipped slowly from a fine glass — which is the only appropriate way to approach a bottle at this level.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAppearance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Deep amber with a warm, burnished glow.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAroma:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dried fruit, vanilla, caramel, and a subtle smoky oak character from the whiskey barrel influence.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rich and complex — dark caramel, dried cherry, toasted oak, vanilla, and a smooth agave sweetness that integrates beautifully with the multi-barrel aging.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long, warm, and satisfying — oak spice and dried fruit fading into a clean, elegant close.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Bottle\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGuillermo del Toro designed every element of this bottle personally — the sculpted form, the imagery, the color palette. 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He is one of the most celebrated directors of his generation, known for his richly detailed visual world-building and dark romantic aesthetic.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat tequila is in the Guillermo del Toro Patrón bottle?\u003c\/strong\u003e Patrón Extra Añejo — aged a minimum of three years in a combination of American oak, Hungarian oak, and used Patrón whiskey barrels. It is the most aged and complex expression in the standard Patrón lineup.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIs this a limited release?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes. The Guillermo del Toro collaboration is a limited edition and is not an ongoing production. 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The result is layered: vanilla, caramel, and dried fruit on the nose, black pepper and white chocolate on the palate, and a long vanilla finish. The name \"Cincoro\" (\"five gold\") honors its five founders, including Michael Jordan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Vanilla, caramel, and dried fruit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Black pepper and white chocolate.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long, with lingering vanilla.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProducer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cincoro, Jalisco, Mexico\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAgave:\u003c\/strong\u003e 100% Weber blue, highland and lowland blend\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Reposado Tequila\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAging:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8–10 months, ex-bourbon barrels, underground cellar\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eABV:\u003c\/strong\u003e 40%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 750ml\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrowse more \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/reposado\"\u003ereposado tequila at Wooden Cork\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHow long is Cincoro Reposado aged?\u003c\/strong\u003e 8 to 10 months in ex-bourbon barrels — at least four times the reposado minimum.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does it taste like?\u003c\/strong\u003e Vanilla, caramel, and dried fruit with black pepper and white chocolate, finishing on vanilla.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHow do you serve it?\u003c\/strong\u003e Neat, or in an elevated cocktail.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e{\"@context\":\"https:\/\/schema.org\",\"@type\":\"FAQPage\",\"mainEntity\":[{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"How long is Cincoro Reposado aged?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"8 to 10 months in ex-bourbon barrels — at least four times the reposado minimum.\"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"What does it taste like?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Vanilla, caramel, and dried fruit with black pepper and white chocolate, finishing on vanilla.\"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"How do you serve it?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Neat, or in an elevated cocktail.\"}}]}\u003c\/script\u003e","brand":"Cincoro","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31421928210568,"sku":"850008649035","price":74.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0276\/1621\/5176\/products\/Cincoro-Reposado.png?v=1699066639"},{"product_id":"cincoro-anejo","title":"Cincoro Anejo Tequila","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCincoro Anejo is aged 24–28 months in American white oak in an underground cellar — the flagship expression of the Cincoro tequila program, founded by five NBA team owners including Michael Jordan. Produced from a blend of highland and lowland 100% Blue Weber agave from Jalisco, double-distilled in small batches to combine the fruitier sweetness of highland agave with the earthier herbaceous character of lowland agave.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe highland\/lowland blend is Cincoro's production differentiator. Most ultra-premium tequilas source exclusively from either highland Los Altos or lowland Tequila Valley. The blended approach produces a more complex base spirit, and the 24–28 month underground cellar aging develops pronounced vanilla, caramel, and dried fruit character.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cooked agave, caramel, vanilla, dried fruit, subtle spice\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e White chocolate, caramel, dried fruit, vanilla — rich and full\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long, warming, complex — oak and sweet agave persist\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecs\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProducer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cincoro, Jalisco, Mexico\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAgave:\u003c\/strong\u003e 100% Blue Weber, highland and lowland blend\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Anejo Tequila\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAging:\u003c\/strong\u003e 24–28 months, American white oak, underground cellar\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eABV:\u003c\/strong\u003e 40%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 750ml\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eBrowse all \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/anejo\"\u003eanejo tequila\u003c\/a\u003e at Wooden Cork.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ch4\u003eWho founded Cincoro and what does the name mean?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eCincoro was founded by five NBA team owners: Michael Jordan, Jeanie Buss, Wes Edens, Emilia Fazzalari, and Marc Lasry. The name combines cinco (five) and oro (gold) in Spanish — five founders, gold standard.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eWhat makes Cincoro's highland and lowland agave blend distinctive?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eMost ultra-premium tequilas source from one growing region. Highland agave (Los Altos) produces fruitier, sweeter character at high elevation in mineral-rich soil. Lowland agave (Tequila Valley) produces earthier, more herbaceous character. Blending both achieves a broader flavor profile — fruit and sweetness from the highland component, earthiness and complexity from the lowland. Underground cellar aging integrates these over 24–28 months.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eHow does Cincoro Anejo compare to Don Julio 1942?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eBoth are prestige anejos in the same price tier with similar aging. Don Julio 1942 is more caramel and roasted agave forward with a drier finish. 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Zero shortcuts.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eClase Azul Reposado is the bottle that changed how the world thinks about premium tequila. Made from 100% organic Tequilana Weber Blue Agave slow-cooked for 72+ hours in traditional stone ovens, fermented with a proprietary yeast strain, and aged 8 months in a blend of Bourbon, Cognac, and Sherry casks. The result is a tequila that sits comfortably alongside aged spirits from any category.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe 1.75L format delivers that same hand-painted Talavera-style ceramic decanter at nearly 2.5x the volume of the standard 750ml — the right choice for stocking a bar, gifting in a way that makes an impression, or simply not running out. Each decanter is individually hand-crafted and hand-painted in Jesús María, Jalisco, meaning no two are exactly alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAppearance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Intense amber with a silky, rich texture.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAroma:\u003c\/strong\u003e Woody and fruity with vanilla, toffee caramel, and cooked agave sweetness.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Smooth and full-bodied. Cooked agave up front, transitioning to vanilla, fruit, and gentle oak spice. 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The Ultra is aged a minimum of 5 years in Sherry Oak, produced in quantities under 100 bottles annually, and priced accordingly. The Reposado is the entry point; the Ultra is the pinnacle.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e\n{\n  \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\",\n  \"@type\": \"FAQPage\",\n  \"mainEntity\": [\n    {\n      \"@type\": \"Question\",\n      \"name\": \"What is the difference between the Clase Azul 750ml and 1.75L?\",\n      \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n        \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n        \"text\": \"The tequila is identical — same recipe, same aging, same production. The 1.75L simply offers more volume in a larger version of the hand-painted ceramic decanter. 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That combination — hand-selected agave, pot still character, and half a decade of oak contact — produces a tequila with a depth and refinement that's genuinely in a different category from standard extra añejo.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe bottle reflects the liquid. The hand-blown glass decanter with a hand-painted agave design is one of the most striking presentations in premium tequila. It arrives in a custom wooden box, making it one of the few tequilas that needs no additional gift wrapping.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAppearance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Deep golden amber with exceptional clarity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAroma:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rich caramel, toffee, vanilla, red fruit, and a warm oak backbone. 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A black matte ceramic decanter with gold accents and a spiral design representing the Mayan cycle of life. The rarest Clase Azul bottle ever made.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Día de Muertos limited edition is Clase Azul's annual tribute to the Mexican holiday that honors the dead — and one of the most visually striking releases in the tequila category. The 2019 edition draws from Mayan tradition: the belief that death is not an ending but a transformation of energy, and that the spirit continues its journey through different dimensions. The bottle's spiral design represents that journey.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWith only 1,800 bottles produced, the 2019 Día de Muertos is significantly rarer than the standard Clase Azul expressions. The ceramic decanter — hand-crafted and hand-painted with a black matte finish, golden accents, and skull motifs — is one of the most collectible vessels in the premium tequila world. The tequila inside is a Joven blend combining Clase Azul Plata, Reposado, and touches of Ultra — creating a profile that bridges the fresh agave character of the Plata with the oak depth of the Reposado and the complexity of the Ultra.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAppearance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Clear with a very faint golden hue from the Reposado component.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAroma:\u003c\/strong\u003e Vanilla, caramel, fresh agave, and a subtle oak note. More aromatic complexity than the Plata alone.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Smooth and rich — cooked agave sweetness, vanilla, a hint of oak from the Reposado, and a refined complexity from the Ultra component. 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In this case, Clase Azul blends their Plata, Reposado, and Ultra expressions, creating a profile with more complexity than a standard Plata but more freshness than a Reposado or Añejo.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHow does the 2019 Día de Muertos bottle differ from the standard Clase Azul Reposado?\u003c\/strong\u003e The standard Reposado comes in a white hand-painted ceramic decanter and contains a single expression. The 2019 Día de Muertos uses a black matte ceramic with gold accents, contains a Joven blend including Ultra, and was limited to 1,800 bottles globally. It is significantly rarer and more collectible.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIs this a good addition to a Clase Azul collection?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes — the annual Día de Muertos releases are among the most sought-after in the Clase Azul range. Each year's bottle design is unique and the production numbers are strictly limited. 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Two agave distillates — one from highland Jalisco, one from lowland Jalisco — blended for a profile with the complexity of a fine Cognac.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCincoro was founded by a group that includes NBA team owners and was built from the beginning with a serious production philosophy — 100% Weber Blue Agave sourced from private farms in both the highland and lowland regions of Jalisco, slow-cooked, and distilled in separate small batches. The highland agave produces a floral, fruity, and slightly herbal character; the lowland agave contributes earthier, more robust agave notes. Blending the two distillates creates a foundation more complex than either alone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Extra Añejo is then aged 40 to 44 months — significantly longer than the minimum three years required for the extra añejo designation — in ex-bourbon barrels stored in an underground cava, where temperature stability slows the maturation and preserves delicate flavors that above-ground aging can sacrifice. 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Lowland agave (the valley around the town of Tequila) matures faster and develops earthier, more herbal, and robust agave notes. Blending both produces a more complex flavor profile than either alone.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhy an underground cava?\u003c\/strong\u003e Underground storage maintains more consistent temperature year-round than above-ground warehouses. Temperature swings accelerate extraction from the barrel — underground stability slows the process, allowing more gradual integration and preserving delicate aromatic compounds that rapid temperature cycling can drive off.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHow does Cincoro Extra Añejo compare to Don Julio Real or Clase Azul Ultra?\u003c\/strong\u003e All three are premium extra añejo tequilas from major Jalisco producers. Don Julio Real uses French and American oak; Clase Azul Ultra uses sherry-seasoned oak for a minimum of five years. Cincoro's differentiator is the highland\/lowland agave blend and the underground cava aging — producing a drier, more Cognac-like character.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIs Cincoro a celebrity tequila?\u003c\/strong\u003e Cincoro was co-founded by NBA team owners including Michael Jordan and Jeanie Buss. However, the production philosophy — dual-region agave sourcing, underground aging, separate distillation by origin — reflects genuine craft investment rather than a licensing arrangement.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e\n{\n  \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\",\n  \"@type\": \"FAQPage\",\n  \"mainEntity\": [\n    { \"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"What is the difference between highland and lowland agave?\", \"acceptedAnswer\": { \"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"Highland agave develops a sweeter, fruitier, more floral character. Lowland agave produces earthier, more herbal notes. 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Arandas is in the Los Altos (highland) region of Jalisco — a different terroir from Fortaleza's standard Tequila Valley lowland agave — producing agave with more mineral character and natural sweetness. The distillation-to-bottle-proof approach means every drop of what came off the copper pot still is in the bottle without dilution: the olive brine, honeyed roasted agave, fresh hay, and earthy peppery finish are presented at full character intensity.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Olive brine, honeyed roasted agave, and fresh mown hay — a distinctive aromatic profile reflecting both the single-farm sourcing and the no-proofing approach\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bold and complex — roasted agave, honey, earth, and olive with more intensity than the standard Blanco at the same proof\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Strong and earthy with persistent black pepper and a dry agave close\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecs\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDistillery:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fortaleza (NOM 1493), Tequila, Jalisco, Mexico\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAgave:\u003c\/strong\u003e 100% Blue Weber, single farm, Arandas, Jalisco\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Blanco (unaged), Limited Edition\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCooking:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stone\/brick oven\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCrushing:\u003c\/strong\u003e 100% tahona stone wheel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDistillation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Copper pot stills, bottled at distillation proof (no water addition)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eABV:\u003c\/strong\u003e 40% (80 Proof)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 750ml\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eBrowse all \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/fortaleza\"\u003eFortaleza expressions at Wooden Cork\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e{\"@context\":\"https:\/\/schema.org\",\"@type\":\"FAQPage\",\"mainEntity\":[{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"What makes Fortaleza Lot 100 different from the standard Blanco?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Single-farm agave from Arandas (highland Los Altos, vs. standard lowland Tequila Valley) and bottled at distillation proof with no water addition — one of the only tequilas to do this. 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Each year's design is unique, hand-crafted by artisans, and produced in strictly limited quantities. The 2020 edition features intricate skull and floral imagery celebrating the Mexican holiday that honors the continuity between life and death.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe tequila inside is a Joven blend — combining Clase Azul Plata (unaged, with fresh agave character), Reposado (8 months in American oak, for caramel and vanilla), and Extra Añejo (aged over three years in sherry-seasoned oak, for deeper complexity). The blend creates a profile more complex than the Plata alone but more vibrant than the Reposado or Extra Añejo alone. 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