From the heart of Colombia comes Dictador, a brand with a commanding name. Alongside coffee and cigars, the Destileria Colombiana has gifted us with one of the country's most renowned rums. Founded in 1913 in Cartagena de Indias by Don Julio Arango y Parra, the company, despite welcoming international investors in 2009, has remained a family-owned business, now led by Don Hernan, the nephew of the founder. Dictador has gained worldwide recognition with its traditional Colombian rum, distilled from sugar cane honey, a concentrate derived from sugar cane juice. The Dictador Parrafo Pardo is a limited vintage series crafted by Master Distiller Hernan Parra. Each rum in this series is aged in American oak and finished in either sherry or port wine casks. This particular gem from 2003, with a port wine cask finish, develops exquisite fig and honey aromas.
Dictador rum is unique due to its traditional Colombian distillation process using sugar cane honey, which creates a rich and complex flavor profile. Additionally, the brand's limited vintage series, such as the Dictador Parrafo Pardo, further enhances its distinctiveness.
Only 900 bottles of the Dictador 2003 Parrafo I Pardo 19yo were produced, making it a highly exclusive release.
The Dictador 2003 Parrafo I Pardo 19yo is aged for 19 years in American oak barrels and finished in port wine casks, which imparts additional layers of flavor to the rum.
Aroma: Honey, nutmeg, cinnamon, ginger, raisin
Taste: Honey-coated figs, sweet cherry, nutmeg, cinnamon, citrus peel
Finish: Spicy cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, honey, sweet cherry
Overall: The Dictador 2003 Parrafo I Pardo 19yo offers a complex and sweet rum experience with rich honey, spice, and tropical fruit flavors.
The Dictador 2003 Parrafo I Pardo 19yo showcases the best of Colombian rum-making tradition with its remarkable depth and complexity. The intricate layers of honey, spice, and fruit flavors make each sip a delightful journey, reflecting the care and expertise that went into crafting this limited edition release. This bottle is a true testament to the skill and heritage of the Dictador brand.
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