Lobos 1707 Reposado 750ML is a 100% Blue Weber agave tequila aged in American oak and finished in Pedro Ximénez Sherry barrels, bottled at 40% ABV. It earned Double Gold and Best Reposado Tequila at the 2022 San Francisco World Spirits Competition — a remarkable achievement for a relatively young brand that has quickly established itself among top-shelf reposados.Quick Facts: ABV: 40% | Origin: Arandas, Jalisco, Mexico | Aged 6 Months, PX Sherry Finish | Distillery: Compañía Tequilera de Arandas (NOM 1460)Production & HeritageProduced at Compañía Tequilera de Arandas (NOM 1460) in the highlands of Arandas, Jalisco, Lobos 1707 Reposado begins with 100% Blue Weber agave and rests for six months in American oak barrels. The defining production step is its secondary finishing in Pedro Ximénez Sherry wine barrels using the Solera method — a blending and maturation technique rooted in Spanish winemaking tradition that founder Diego Osorio traces back through his family to the 16th century. This PX Sherry finish is the signature across the Lobos 1707 range and introduces a layer of dried-fruit sweetness and vinous complexity rare in the reposado category.Tasting NotesAroma: The nose opens with complex, spicy warmth — lightly toasted coffee and cocoa arrive first, followed by oak and damp forest earth. Cedar wood and prune-like dried fruit emerge beneath, intertwined with a subtle, almost herbal balsa wood character.Taste: The palate is bold and robust from the first sip, with an immediate vinous quality from the Sherry cask influence. Mid-palate, medium-roast cocoa mingles with black pepper and warm baking spice, while vanilla and dark chocolate develop toward the peak. The PX barrel finish contributes a distinctive dried-fruit richness that sets this apart from conventionally aged reposados.Finish: Long-lasting and sweet, with lingering notes of dark chocolate, cedar, and gentle spice. The Sherry influence stays present through the fade, leaving a warm, slightly pruney sweetness on the back palate.How to Drink Lobos 1707 ReposadoThe Sherry cask complexity rewards neat sipping at room temperature, though a single ice cube can open up the cocoa and cedar aromatics without muting the finish. Its bold flavor profile also holds its own in cocktails: Old Fashioned (Tequila variation): The dark chocolate and spice notes pair naturally with Angostura bitters and a demerara sugar cube. Paloma: The PX sweetness balances grapefruit soda's tartness, adding depth beyond a standard reposado. Boulevardier (Tequila variation): Swap bourbon for this reposado — its vinous, cocoa-rich character integrates seamlessly with sweet vermouth and Campari. Best For Gifting a tequila enthusiast who appreciates unconventional cask finishes Side-by-side tastings comparing Sherry-finished spirits across categories After-dinner sipping alongside dessert or dark chocolate Upgrading tequila-based stirred cocktails with richer, more complex flavor Frequently Asked QuestionsWhat does Lobos 1707 Reposado taste like? It delivers bold notes of medium-roast cocoa, black pepper, vanilla, and dark chocolate, with a distinctive dried-fruit sweetness from its Pedro Ximénez Sherry barrel finish. The finish is long-lasting and sweet with lingering cedar and spice.How does Lobos 1707 Reposado compare to Clase Azul Reposado? Both are premium 100% agave reposados, but Lobos 1707 distinguishes itself with a PX Sherry cask finish that introduces vinous and dried-fruit complexity not found in Clase Azul's profile. Lobos 1707 Reposado sits at a significantly lower price tier than Clase Azul while carrying comparable competition accolades, including its 2022 SFWSC Double Gold.Is Lobos 1707 Reposado good for sipping neat? Absolutely — the six months of American oak aging plus the PX Sherry finish create enough depth and complexity to reward slow, contemplative sipping without any mixer or dilution.Where is Lobos 1707 Reposado made? It is produced at Compañía Tequilera de Arandas (NOM 1460) in the highland town of Arandas in Jalisco, Mexico, a region known for producing agave with higher sugar content due to its elevated terrain and red clay soils.What foods pair well with Lobos 1707 Reposado? Dark chocolate truffles complement the cocoa and vanilla notes directly. Mole-sauced dishes echo the tequila's spice and chocolate complexity. Aged Manchego cheese mirrors the Spanish Sherry barrel influence. Pecan pie or bread pudding aligns with the dried-fruit sweetness on the finish. Grilled stone fruits drizzled with honey bring out the prune and cedar undertones.What sizes does Lobos 1707 Reposado come in? The standard offering is a 750ml bottle, which is the most widely available format.Is Lobos 1707 Reposado worth the price? Lobos 1707 Reposado positions as a premium reposado that competes well above its price tier, particularly given its PX Sherry Solera finishing and its Double Gold from the 2022 San Francisco World Spirits Competition — credentials typically associated with costlier expressions in the category.Why Lobos 1707 Reposado?The Pedro Ximénez Sherry barrel finish via the Solera method is the clear differentiator — it is uncommon in tequila production and responsible for the vinous, dried-fruit sweetness and dark chocolate richness that define this expression. The accolades confirm the approach works: Double Gold and Best Reposado at the 2022 SFWSC, a Master recognition at the 2022 Tequila and Mezcal Masters, Double Gold at the 2022 SIP Awards, and Platinum from the Beverage Tasting Institute. For drinkers seeking a reposado that breaks from the vanilla-and-caramel template without venturing into extra añejo territory, Lobos 1707 Reposado delivers genuine complexity at a price point well below comparably decorated competitors.
