J.Bally Millésime 2003 (70cl, 43%)

A rhum agricole from Martinique, distilled from pure sugar cane juice and aged in oak casks. It carries the AOC Martinique appellation and has a pronounced woody, spicy character complemented by candied and dried fruit. Distillation took place in 2003 at Saint James in Martinique. The original bottling contains 70cl at 43% ABV and is supplied in a metal tin, with no added colouring. The nose shows strong wood notes with cedar, spices, aged leather, orange peel, dried fruit, nut paste and an earthy impression, moving from wood through candied fruit to dark chocolate. The palate is full without being heavy, with spices, candied and dried fruit, tobacco, resinous wood and a grainy texture. The finish leaves spices and pepper, with wood tannins giving way to dried exotic fruit.