Clement Rhum
Rhum Vieux Agricole VSOP 0.7L
| Size | 0,70 l |
|---|---|
| Alcohol content | 40.0% by volume |
| Area | Martinique (Carribean Sea) |
| Aging | Aged for at least 4 years in new Limousin oak barriques and toasted ex-bourbon barrels. |
- Martinique AOC origin: Agricole rum crafted from pure sugarcane juice at Domaine de l’Acajou
- VSOP ageing 4 years: Matured in new Limousin oak and toasted ex-bourbon barrels
- Aroma profile: Spices, toasted wood, dried and candied fruit, mocha and cocoa
- Palate & texture: Soft, silky and balanced; vanilla, coconut and banana crème brûlée
- Finish & serve: Long, complex finish with delicate bourbon notes; enjoy neat or in mixed drinks
Description
What kind of spirit is this
Clément Rhum Vieux Agricole by Clément is an Agricole Rum crafted in Martinique from pure sugarcane juice, representing the protected Martinique designation and offering a moderately dry yet full and balanced palate. Its sensory profile reveals intense aromas of toasted wood, exotic spices, and dried fruit, interwoven with distinct notes of mocha and cocoa. On the palate, the rum is incredibly soft and silky, supported by a warming touch of vanilla. It concludes with a complex finish highlighting delicate bourbon notes and a lingering essence of sugarcane.
Where it comes from
This refined rum originates from the Caribbean island of Martinique, specifically from the historic Domaine de l’Acajou estate, the home of Clément. It adheres to the regulations of the protected Martinique designation, ensuring an authentic regional character. The local climate and the focus on distilling fresh cane juice shape an aromatic and structured profile, imparting recognisable spicy and oaked tones that reflect the unique tropical terroir.
How it is produced
Production begins with the fermentation of fresh cane juice, which is subsequently distilled in traditional column stills. The spirit undergoes a careful maturation phase in a precise combination of new Limousin oak barriques and toasted ex-bourbon barrels. This specific wood treatment develops a rich golden amber colour and introduces layers of warm caramel and roasted coffee. At 40% vol, the resulting spirit maintains a masterful balance between sweet and spicy components.
History and Curiosities
Crafted by the historic Clément distillery at Domaine de l’Acajou, this Martinique AOC spirit embodies generations of tradition. Distilled exclusively from pure sugarcane juice using a low-yield method to ensure premium quality, it is patiently aged for at least four years in new Limousin oak and toasted ex-bourbon casks. This refined maturation process creates a remarkably sophisticated Rhum Vieux Agricole VSOP, which has been awarded prestigious international gold medals in recognition of its rich heritage, outstanding craftsmanship, and authentic Caribbean character.
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12 - 14 °C
Born in the late nineteenth century, in 1887 for the sake of precision, the company took over by the hands of Homere Clément, doctor and mayor of Le François, who after buying the prestigious 43 hectare sugar plantation of Domaine de L ' Acajou began to produce Rhum Agricole directly from sugarcane juice, obtaining a distillate characterized by a contemporary and pure style. In the wake of such production, Homère Clément chose to create a real distillery, in particular to meet the great demand for alcohol during the First World War.
After the death of Homère Clément, his son, Charles Clément, took over the management of the business, perfecting the production methods and starting to export Martinique Rhum Agricole for the first time abroad. At Charles Clément, they later moved to the children, while at the end of the last century, in 1996, the distillery was purchased by the Hayot family, which chose to continue with the company philosophy of previous management. This is how the production of Rhum Habitation Clément is still in existence, following the most pure agricultural traditions, as well as the rules of a secret recipe that has been passed from generation to generation for centuries.
The processing of Rhum Vieux Agricole is subject to rigid controls, with which the sugar cane is scrupulously selected and that the stages of distillation, aging and bottling are monitored. In the Clément distillery, production methods have not changed for years: this is how perfectly Rhum made of natural origin, characterized by an incomparable fineness. Read more
| Name | Clement Rhum Vieux Agricole VSOP 0.7L |
|---|---|
| Type | Rum |
| Size | 0,70 l |
| Alcohol content | 40.0% by volume |
| Country | Carribean Sea |
| Region | Martinique |
| Vendor | Clement Rhum |
| Story | History and Curiosities Crafted by the historic Clément distillery at Domaine de l’Acajou, this Martinique AOC spirit embodies generations of tradition. Distilled exclusively from pure sugarcane juice using a low-yield method to ensure premium quality, it is patiently aged for at least four years in new Limousin oak and toasted ex-bourbon casks. This refined maturation process creates a remarkably sophisticated Rhum Vieux Agricole VSOP, which has been awarded prestigious international gold medals in recognition of its rich heritage, outstanding craftsmanship, and authentic Caribbean character. |
| Origin | Domaine de l’Acajou, Martinique Island |
| Production technique | Distilled from pure sugarcane juice in column stills |
| Aging | Aged for at least 4 years in new Limousin oak barriques and toasted ex-bourbon barrels. |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |