Trois Rivieres 2005 Cuvee Bele is a highly exclusive and limited release of 490 bottles of 13-year-old rum, masterfully produced at the renowned Trois Rivieres distillery in Martinique and bottled by the esteemed independent bottler, Corman Collins. This distinctive expression boasts a robust ABV of 52% and was meticulously distilled in 2005 from pure sugar cane juice using a column still, highlighting the rich traditions of Martinique craftsmanship.
This rum stands out with its complex blend of flavors and aromas that create an unforgettable tasting experience. On the nose, it presents a compelling mix of woody notes and spices, peppered with subtle hints of tobacco, citrus, and solvents. As you delve deeper, delightful traces of caramel, floral nuances, and sugarcane sweetness emerge.
On the palate, Trois Rivieres 2005 Cuvee Bele unfolds its intricate layers with a balanced and sophisticated character. It starts with a bold peppery and spicy kick that transitions into a richer tapestry of flavors, including toasted nuts, woody undertones, cocoa, and tobacco, with a tingly freshness of ginger. The alcohol is expertly integrated, offering a harmonious blend that is both serious and dry, yet remarkably effective and flavorful from start to finish.
The finish is long-lasting and multifaceted, dominated by a spicy warmth and complemented by hints of leather, roasted sweetness, and a lingering echo of coffee and cocoa. Aeration further enhances the experience, revealing an array of brown notes, from cocoa to toasted nuts, underpinned by a matured sugarcane juice aroma with dried fruit and candied citrus highlights.
This 13-year-old rum draws considerable concentration from its age, extracting a wealth of flavors from precious wood, cigars, and spices. The intensity of the cane resonates vibrantly within this wooden casket, making for a rum that is alive and vibrant, with a unique and compelling story to tell.
Trois Rivieres 2005 Cuvee Bele is more than just a rum; it's a piece of history, reflecting the evolution of Martinique's culture from the transition from colonial slavery to the new freedom era. The name "Bele" pays homage to the cultural practices born from this period, where labor transformed into a voluntary and central cultural element, symbolizing a social mode that linked subsistence and enjoyment. This essence is captured in every drop, making it a truly remarkable and meaningful rum.
The Trois Rivieres 2005 Cuvee Bele has an ABV of 52%.
This release is limited to 490 bottles.
Trois Rivieres distillery is located in Martinique.
Trois Rivieres 2005 Cuvee Bele is a unique expression due to its limited production, the use of sugar cane juice distilled in a column still, and its complex blend of flavors and aromas from its 13-year aging process.
The Trois Rivieres 2005 Cuvee Bele has been highly praised for its unique and complex profile. Reviewers have highlighted its agricultural nose with spices, wood, caramel, and a touch of solvents. On the palate, it offers a robust mix of pepper, chili, and ginger, followed by sugar cane, wood, and a vegetal freshness. The finish is noted for its spicy dominance, with touches of cognac, coffee, cocoa, and chocolate. Overall, it is considered a balanced and complete rum, much appreciated for its fruitiness, intensity, and the pleasant surprise of its distinct nose and palate. Some reviewers mentioned a slightly piquant character and a perfect wood maturity, with added water revealing wonderful orange notes. This rum is seen as a serious and sophisticated expression with a well-integrated alcohol presence, offering an enjoyable and memorable tasting experience.
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