Savanna Rhum 2015/2023 Tres Vieux - VAST (70cl, 52%)

Savanna Rhum 2015/2023 Tres Vieux - VAST is an aged rum from La Réunion, France, bottled at 52% ABV in a 700 ml bottle. It is a blend of molasses rums distilled in 2015 in two columns, the C20 and the copper Savalle, then matured for eight years under tropical conditions. The edition comprises 2,400 bottles and features artwork by graffiti artist VAST on the bottle and gift packaging. The Art of Rum series pairs selected matured rums with contemporary artists. This first edition appeared in 2023. On the nose it opens with candied sugar and fresh fruit, then light molasses and smoke, with pepper and a gentle ashy note after airing. The palate is balanced and rounded, with smoke and a light tea note, dark almost charred vanilla and toasted oak. The finish is gently spicy and almost creamy, with a fine smoke note.