The Plantation Maison Ferrand 2011 TDL Trinidad Sauternes Wine Cask Finish Single Cask Comptoir de Vins Cask #18 is an exquisite 11-year-old rum hailing from the acclaimed Trinidad Distillers Limited (TDL). This unique rum was distilled in 2011 from molasses using both Pot and Column Stills. It undergoes a distinctive triple aging process, starting with 9 years in Bourbon casks, followed by 1 year in Ferrand (Cognac) casks, and finally finishing for 3 months in Sauternes wine casks. With an ABV of 43%, this 700ml bottling by Maison Ferrand is a fine example of Trinidadian craftsmanship. The aroma greets you with an inviting bouquet of tropical fruits like mango and pineapple, complemented by nuances of honey, vanilla, and grapes, along with a hint of spice and light alcohol notes. On the palate, its light and sweet profile brings forward flavors of pineapple, banana, vanilla, and a touch of young wood and leather, creating a harmonious blend. The finish offers a lasting mix of grapefruit, wine, mint, and chocolate, with subtle undertones of dried fruit, leather, and oak. Overall, this rum strikes a pleasant balance between sweetness, fruitiness, and subtle spice, making it an approachable and refreshing representation of Trinidad's rich rum heritage.
This rum undergoes a triple aging process: 9 years in Bourbon casks, 1 year in Ferrand (Cognac) casks, and 3 months in Sauternes wine casks.
The primary flavors include tropical fruits like pineapple and banana, along with notes of vanilla, leather, and young wood.
This rum has an alcohol by volume (ABV) of 43%.
The aroma is described as sweet and fruity, with notes of mango, pineapple, honey, vanilla, and grapes, alongside hints of spice and alcohol.
Overall: This rum offers a harmonious balance of sweetness, fruitiness, and subtle spice, making it a delightful and approachable representation of the Trinidadian style.
The Plantation Maison Ferrand 2011 TDL Trinidad Sauternes Wine Cask Finish is a remarkable rum with an intriguing profile. The triple aging process imparts layers of complexity, balancing the tropical fruit flavors with subtle notes of vanilla and spice. Though some may find the ABV a tad low, it remains a fine example of Trinidadian craftsmanship, offering a delightful journey for both novice and seasoned rum enthusiasts.
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