Don Papa Port Cask Finish is an old molasses rum produced in the Philippines by the Ginebra San Miguel distillery.
Sugar cane is grown locally on the island of Negros, an island of rich, fertile soil nicknamed Sugarlandia. The molasses is fermented, column distilled and the rum aged for 7 years in ex-bourbon American oak barrels at the foot of the Kanlaon volcano. It is then transferred to old sherry casks for 18 months. There are 4 types of sherry: fino (dry wine), palo cortado (rare), cream (sweet) and pedro ximénez (very sweet).
This is a limited edition.
Nico's tasting notes
The engaging, concentrated nose of this rum is seductive from the outset, reminding us of certain Trinidad expressions with a hint of greasy metal. The stone then predominates, releasing aromas of almond and fruit jelly.
Aeration transforms the wine into a gourmet, fruity syrup spiced with toasted wood. Dried apricots and quince paste almost take shape under the nose, indicating a definite thickness.
The palate is not as round as expected, but is still easy and fluid. It's the tannic side of the wood that immediately brings some seriousness, as well as a well roasted character. These tannins then melt into fruit pastes, while still carrying a green, almost medicinal note, reminiscent of tiger balm.
The finish is soft, caramelized, with vanilla and other gourmet spices set against tender oak.
"Very largely fruity aromas, with hints of copper, toast and even medicinal notes...".
