The Savanna 2005 Cognac Single Cask #967 is a limited-release rum from the renowned Savanna distillery in Réunion. Distilled in 2005 from sugar cane juice using a Column Still, this exceptional rum was aged for 12 years. Initially matured in a cognac cask, it was then refined for over a year in a port wine cask, resulting in a unique and sophisticated flavor profile. With an ABV of 50.7%, this rum offers an alluring aroma of orange, smoky notes, citrus, port, and prunes. The palate is a harmonious blend of woody, spicy, cognac, port, and barrel notes, providing a rich and satisfying tasting experience. Loved by the RumX community for its complexity and well-executed cask finish, this rum is a must-try for any connoisseur.
Limited to 1,401 bottles, each numbered by hand, this exclusive release features a careful selection from the distillery's cellar master. The Savanna 2005 Cognac Single Cask #967 combines light smoky notes, medium intensity, and fruity flavors, making it an excellent choice for those who appreciate a touch of cognac and an elegant, long-lasting finish. The Savanna Distillerie, built between 1948 and 1950 by Emile Hugot in Saint Paul, Réunion, has grown quite popular recently. In 1992, the distillery was moved to the Bois-Rouge sugar factory in Saint Paul, where the entire production now takes place, from cultivation and harvesting of the sugar cane to distillation and bottling. Mr. Fabio Rossi from Rum Nation collaborated with them, resulting in this remarkable bottling among others.
The rum is aged for 12 years.
There are only 1,401 bottles available, each numbered by hand.
The ABV (Alcohol by Volume) of this rum is 50.7%.
It's unique due to its maturation process, initially aged in a cognac cask for 11 years and then refined for an additional year in a port wine cask.
The Savanna distillery is located in Réunion, currently situated in the Bois-Rouge sugar factory in Saint Paul.
Overall: This rum offers a complex and nuanced taste profile, showcasing a harmonious blend of tropical fruit, spice, and oak characteristics with hints of aged Cognac and smoky notes.
Overall, this rum is described as fantastic, rich, powerful, and well-balanced. It has a medium intensity, fruity profile, and clear cask finish notes. Light smoky notes extend from the nose to the finish, with the empty glass revealing delightful hints of tobacco and mint. While some find it lacking in certain aspects, others appreciate its concentrated, spicy, woody, fruity, and complex profile. Despite mixed reviews, it is generally considered a nice release with a good price tag.
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