SAINT JAMES - VSOP - 2020 Edition - 43%
The Saint-James Distillery, emblematic of Martinique, embodies the excellence of agricultural rums. Founded thanks to the vision of Reverend Edmond Lefébure, Superior Father at the Brothers of Charity convent and passionate about chemistry, it revealed from the start the exceptional potential of locally distilled sugarcane spirits. Since 1973, after its acquisition by the Cointreau company and the consolidation in Sainte-Marie, the distillery entered a new era. Today, it belongs to La Martiniquaise, a major player in spirits, guaranteeing traditional know-how and impeccable quality.
Saint James rum is produced according to the authentic fermentation method followed by distillation in a Creole column of pure sugarcane juice, a process strictly regulated by the AOC Rhum de la Martinique. This technique gives Saint James rums a unique aromatic complexity, offering rich fruity and spicy notes, perfectly suited for aging in oak barrels. Without any added sweeteners, these rums reveal the purity and richness of their island terroir. Committed to a sustainable economy approach, the distillery optimizes every step: local plantations reduce the carbon footprint, bagasse is used as fuel to power distillation, and vinasse is valorized for crop irrigation. This eco-responsible management helps minimize environmental impact while enhancing the authenticity of the rum.
The Saint James VSOP, aged for a minimum of 4 years, expresses itself with elegance thanks to its maturation in new oak and ex-Bourbon barrels. This careful aging gives it complex aromas and exceptional roundness, ideal for lovers of characterful and prestigious rums.
