Depaz Grande Réserve XO is an exceptional cuvée made from a blend of several vintages of very old agricultural rums aged between eight and ten years. In addition to the selection of cane used to make it, Grande Réserve also draws its unique character from the volcanic soil at the foot of the Pelée volcano and the spring waters around the distillery.
Laurent's tasting notes
Its color is a warm gold.
On the nose, there's no doubt that this is a beautifully crafted agricole. The balance between cane and wood is remarkable. The impression is greedy and dry at the same time, and not without a certain freshness. Aromas of vanilla, brown sugar, sweet spices and licorice combine with the cane and barrel to make this a great nose!
In the mouth also the balance is between the vesou and the woody. These are also the two main aromas of this rum, with the sweet spices. Its 45° also gives it a welcome pep.
The finish is very long on spices and wood. Brown sugar returns after a while, accompanied by very light medicinal touches.
"A rum characteristic of agricultural rums. This is the rum that introduced me to this category."
