The Savanna 2012 The Wild Island Edition Futs ex-Cognac ex-Armagnac Single Cask No.990 is a limited edition rum with only 765 bottles produced. Distilled in 2012 using sugar cane juice in a column still, this 8-year-old rum features a unique aging process that begins in an ex-Cognac barrel and finishes in an ex-Armagnac barrel, resulting in a robust 52.3% ABV. This agricultural rum (rhum agricole) from the Savanna Distillery in Réunion offers a distinct aroma of grapes, cognac, yellow fruits, green apple, and pear. The flavor profile is predominantly cognac, woody, and pear, with a touch of bitterness and yellow fruits. The rum's powerful yet balanced profile makes it an intriguing choice for both rum connoisseurs and enthusiasts alike. As part of The Wild Island Edition 2021 series, this Savanna 2012 is one of five unique Single Cask releases, which also includes two traditional rums and two great aroma rums. Distilled in 2012, it underwent a lengthy fermentation of over 48 hours and was aged for 8 years in ex-Cognac and ex-Armagnac barrels. This limited release of 765 bottles offers a unique opportunity to savor a remarkable rum with a distinct aroma and flavor profile, making it a desirable addition to any rum collection.
Only 765 bottles were produced, making it a limited edition release.
The Savanna 2012 The Wild Island Edition has an ABV of 52.3%.
This rum starts its aging process in an ex-Cognac barrel and finishes in an ex-Armagnac barrel, which imparts distinctive flavors and complexity.
The Savanna Distillery is located in Réunion.
This is an agricultural rum (rhum agricole) made from sugar cane juice.
Notes of cognac, honey, ripe fruits (grapes, pears), peppery spice, and hints of oak and vanilla.
Initial bitterness gives way to notes of cognac, honey, roasted fruit, dried apricot, and hints of barrel spice.
Dry, woody notes linger alongside hints of cognac, bitter herbs, and lingering tannins.
The Wild Island Edition offers a complex and multifaceted rum experience, blending fruity, spicy, and woody notes with a distinct cognac-like character.
The Savanna 2012 The Wild Island Edition has received mixed reviews. Some find it well-balanced and appreciate its cognac-like qualities, while others feel it lacks complexity and excitement. The prominent cognac notes are often highlighted, though some reviewers find it somewhat closed and not as expressive as they would like. Overall, it is considered a solid but not exceptional rum, appealing more to those who enjoy a pronounced cognac influence.
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