Chamarel 2012 Sauternes, Highveld Aging Series
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The Story
Experience the exceptional Chamarel 2012 Sauternes Cask Aged Rum from the Highveld Aging Series, where premium rum undergoes a unique dual-aging process. Initially matured for over six years in French Oak casks to create the signature XO blend, this expression receives an additional three and a half years of finishing in second-fill Sauternes wine casks, resulting in a complex spirit that marries spicy rum character with decadent, fruity dessert wine notes. With tropical aging exceeding eight years and Highveld aging for ten months, this limited release offers deep marigold color and layered aromas of stone fruits, marmalade, and spice, leading to a powerful, mouth-coating palate with clove, nutmeg, and dried fruit flavors that linger in a long, satisfying finish.
add_circle The Upside
- check Exceptional complexity from dual cask aging process
- check Unique flavor profile combining rum spice with Sauternes wine sweetness
- check High-quality production using both column and pot still distillation methods
remove_circle The Downside
- close Premium price point due to extended aging and limited production
- close Specific flavor profile may not appeal to all rum drinkers
- close Limited availability as a special release
Specifications & features
Key features
- check_circle Dual aging process: 6+ years in French Oak plus 3.5 years in Sauternes wine casks
- check_circle Blend of 70% column still and 30% pot still rums
- check_circle Total tropical aging exceeding 8 years with additional Highveld aging
- check_circle Complex flavor profile combining spicy rum with fruity dessert wine notes
- check_circle Limited edition release from Chamarel's Highveld Aging Series
Specifications
Aging
6+ years French Oak + 3.5 years Sauternes cask
Alcohol Content
Not specified (typically 40-46% ABV for premium rums)
Distillation
Blend of column still and pot still rums
Origin
Mauritius
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