Don Fulano Reposado stands as a testament to the Fonseca family’s five generations of agave cultivation and tequila production in Jalisco, Mexico. This expression exemplifies the harmonious blend of tradition and innovation, offering a tequila that is both authentic and refined.
Heritage and Production
The Fonseca family’s journey began in Atotonilco, Jalisco, where their ancestors started cultivating agave over 140 years ago. Today, they oversee every step of the tequila-making process at La Tequileña distillery (NOM 1146), ensuring quality from field to bottle .
Don Fulano Reposado is crafted from 100% estate-grown mature blue Weber agave. The agave piñas are cooked for 28–32 hours in autoclaves, allowing for a slow and even transformation of complex sugars . Extraction is performed using a self-engineered screw press, followed by fermentation with proprietary yeast and natural spring volcanic water . Distillation occurs in copper pot stills, and the tequila is aged for 8 to 11 months in French Limousin oak barrels that previously held wines from Burgundy, Bordeaux, and the Loire Valley
Tasting Notes
Aroma: The nose reveals cooked agave, vanilla, toasted nuts, and hints of dark chocolate and baking spices .
Palate: On the palate, it offers a peppery and sweet profile with notes of baking spices, oak, dried fruit, citrus, coconut, and macadamia
Finish: The finish is slightly smoky and dry, with lingering notes of cream and ashy minerals
Recognition and Availability
Don Fulano Reposado has been recognized for its quality and authenticity. It is verified additive-free by Tequila Matchmaker, ensuring a pure expression of agave . While specific awards for the Reposado expression are not detailed, the Don Fulano brand has received accolades, including the Best In Show Tequila award at the 2024 San Francisco World Spirits Competition for its Fuerte expression
This tequila is available for purchase at various retailers, including Fine Vintage Liquors, where it is listed among their curated selection of premium spirits.
