The La Maison du Rhum 2008 De La Reunion Rhum is a 9-year-old rum meticulously crafted with a maturation process that involves both French oak and former cognac casks. This results in a uniquely complex and refined flavor profile. With only 1655 bottles available, this rum is a rare gem. On the nose, it's immediately fresh and inviting with floral notes, fruits, spices, straw, camphor, and a hint of mint. Over time, the spices become more pronounced, revealing a smooth, indulgent quality. Aeration further accentuates the floral notes, giving an overall impression of freshness combined with a slightly medicinal and vegetal character. On the palate, the rum delivers herbal and earthy spices, accompanied by a sensation of camphor-soaked bandages which transitions into a smooth, velvety texture. As the flavor profile evolves, it showcases more typical Reunionnais characteristics, featuring notes of cocoa, licorice, and a hint of copper. The rum retains its unique identity with a delicate veil of incense or Armenian paper. Matured for 9 years in Reunion under the expert supervision of master blender Jean Grondin, known for his exceptional work with the La Mauny/Trois Rivières distilleries in Martinique and the New Grove distillery in Mauritius, this rum is a testament to his skill and dedication. Overall, the La Maison du Rhum 2008 De La Reunion Rhum offers a remarkably complex and intriguing sensory experience. Its fresh, fragrant nose and smooth, velvety palate unveil a range of captivating flavors, making each sip a journey of discovery.
This rum can be enjoyed neat at room temperature, preferably with a small vanilla dessert to enhance its flavors and provide a delightful pairing experience.
The unique maturation process involving French oak and cognac casks, along with its limited availability and the expertise of master blender Jean Grondin, sets this rum apart from others.
Only 1655 bottles of this rum were produced, making it a rare and sought-after collector's item.
Overall: The La Maison du Rhum 2008 De La Reunion Rhum is a beautifully complex and aromatic spirit, with a fresh and fragrant nose that transitions into a smooth and velvety palate. The evolving flavors, from herbal spices to cocoa and licorice, provide a unique and memorable tasting experience.
The La Maison du Rhum 2008 De La Reunion Rhum is a standout addition to any rum collection. Its intricate maturation process and the skilled hand of master blender Jean Grondin combine to create a rum that is both complex and delightful. The limited production makes it a rare find, while its rich and evolving flavor profile ensures that each sip is a journey worth taking. This rum is best enjoyed neat, allowing its full range of flavors to shine, perhaps paired with a vanilla dessert to further highlight its exquisite character.
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