RHUM CLEMENT - VSOP - 40%
L’Habitation Clément is ideally located in the heart of François, in Martinique, a region renowned for its unique terroir and traditional expertise in producing exceptional agricole rum. Founded in 1887 by Homère Clément, a visionary and respected mayor of François, the distillery was born in a difficult economic context marked by the sugar crisis. At that time, Homère Clément acquired the prestigious plantation known as Domaine de l’Acajou, spanning 43 acres, reputed to be one of the best sugar lands on the island. Faced with the decline of the local sugar industry, he transformed this estate into an emblematic producer of Martinique Agricole Rum, pioneering the valorization of fresh sugarcane juice, rich in authentic aromas and flavors.
With an innovative approach inspired by great French eaux-de-vie, notably the Armagnacs he studied in Paris, Homère Clément adapted artisanal distillation techniques to create a rum with a unique and refined character, enhanced by production respectful of the terroir. After the death of Charles Clément, his son, the house was taken over by George-Louis and Jean-José Clément, then acquired in 1986 by the GBH group, which still ensures its excellence and worldwide reputation today. Although the historic distillery has now been transformed into a museum, Clément rum production is carried out at the Distillerie du Simon, located a few kilometers from François, where the rum is distilled and then aged in the famous Clément cellars.
The Clément VSOP rum benefits from careful aging of at least 4 years, in new oak barrels as well as in toasted Bourbon barrels, which gives it a high aromatic richness, elegant complexity, and refined roundness on the palate. This great agricole rum is recognized for its woody, vanilla, and spicy notes, perfect for discerning enthusiasts seeking an authentic and unforgettable tasting experience.
