The Compagnie des Indes 1998 Guadeloupe 20yo rum is a truly unique and powerful expression, despite its moderate 43.1% ABV. This exceptional rum was distilled on a copper column Savalle still at the Pere Labat distillery in 1998 and bottled in 2018 as a limited edition of just 101 bottles. The rum, which carries the legacy of a French missionary who perfected rum production techniques in the late 17th century, offers a surprising and vibrant fruit-forward profile, distinct from the typical aged rum's old, introspective, and confit character.
From the first sip, this rum delivers a superb attack with notes of confit fruits, subtle stone fruits, a hint of smoke, and a touch of tannins, creating a complex and dynamic mid-palate. As the rum oxidizes and settles, its more oxidized and coppery notes evolve into fruitier undertones. Initial apple notes transform into peaches, nectarines, ananas, and papaya, all complemented by a veil of solvent-like notes.
The oxidation process enriches the rum with copper, sulfurous, and oily notes, along with a pronounced rancio character featuring overripe buttery apples, nuts, and a trace of solvent. This rum stands out as it was bottled without reduction, allowing you to experience the full, unadulterated flavors of this extraordinary Guadeloupe rum.
This rum was distilled at the Pere Labat distillery in Guadeloupe in 1998 and bottled in 2018.
Only 101 bottles were produced, making it a highly limited edition.
The rum has an alcohol by volume (ABV) of 43.1%.
Yes, this rum was bottled without reduction, offering a rare opportunity to experience its full, unadulterated flavors.
Woody notes, fruity aromas of pear, orange peel, citrus, sweet vanilla, hints of anise, bourbon.
Initial notes of orange, candied fruits, complex blend of agricole flavors, spice, hint of liqueur.
Woody, floral notes, hints of vanilla, raisin, citrus, faint minty touch.
The Compagnie des Indes 1998 Guadeloupe 20yo offers a multifaceted and nuanced rum experience, blending tropical fruit and spice with complex wood notes and a lingering finish.
The reviews for the Compagnie des Indes 1998 Guadeloupe 20yo are mixed. Some reviewers mention a strong initial gasoline-like aroma that requires a significant amount of aeration time to dissipate, revealing more traditional Pere Labat profiles of wood, soft spices, fruits, and citrus. While the nose is described as interesting and pleasant, some find the palate lacking in body and length, comparing it to a diluted triple sec. Others appreciate the rum's power, woodiness, fruit, and citrus notes, but feel it's missing a certain something to achieve a higher rating. Overall, it is considered a very nice rum with an acceptable price point.
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