Rhum Montebello V.Agricole 8Y 2001 70cl

Montebello

Format: 70 cl

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Technical information
Producer Montebello
Type Rhum agricole
Aromatic profile Herbaceous notes, fresh cane, ripe fruity
Ingredients Fresh sugarcane juice
Format 70 cl
Gradation 42.0%
Type of cask Oak barrique
Aging 8 years
Distillation method Column still distillation
Color Amber
Consumption Neat, tropical cocktails

The Montebello V.Agricole Rhum 8Y 2001 is a refined expression of the Antillean spirit, originating from the historic distillery of Guadeloupe. Distilled in 2001 and aged for eight years in oak barrels, this agricultural rum showcases a distinctive character, due to the fermentation of pure fresh sugar cane juice, rather than molasses, a typical method of agricultural rums.

The palate is welcoming with notes of toasted caramel, vanilla, and mild spices, masterfully integrated with wood accents and a touch of ripe tropical fruit. The finish is long and pleasantly complex, leaving a lingering taste of dried fruit with a slight hint of tobacco and leather.

This rum is an excellent specimen for connoisseurs, offering a tasting experience that is rich and deeply layered. It is ideal for sipping neat, to best appreciate its complexity, or as a sophisticated base for high-class cocktails. A true gem for lovers of superior quality rum.

Distillery

Montebello

Distillery

Discover the spirits, production style and story of Montebello.

Montebello is a producer of rhum agricole based in Petit‑Bourg (Guadeloupe). Known for its artisanal production of rhum blanc, ambré and vieux, the Maison (historically Carrère) works sugarcane cultivated and harvested by hand and offers both unaged and aged expressions in ex‑Bourbon and ex‑Cognac barrels.
rhum agricole Guadeloupe rum white rum aged rum brut de fût / single cask (limited editions)
Country France
Region Guadeloupe
Founded 1930

Distillation

Column distillation for the agricole expressions (column still).

Ageing

Aging in oak barrels (ex‑Bourbon and ex‑Cognac); some expressions are offered as 'brut de fût' (bottled at cask/barrel strength). Barrels are sometimes placed in metal containers to enhance aromatic extraction in a tropical climate, following local practices.

Raw materials

sugarcane juice (vesou)

Representative products

Montebello Ambré - 100cl Montebello Blanc - 100cl Montebello Blanc Premium Cuvée Zenga - 70cl - Astucciato Montebello Blanc Premium Winch - 70cl Montebello Cuvée Prestige 1982 - 70cl - Astucciato Montebello Vieux 10 ans - Brut de Fut - 70cl Montebello Vieux 3 ans - 70cl Montebello Vieux 6 ans - 70cl Montebello Vieux 8 ans Millésimé 2007 - 70cl Rhum Montebello V.Agricole 10Y 1999 70cl

Official Awards

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