Saint James 10 ANS D'ÂGE Extra Vieux Rhum Agricole Martinique AOC Série Limitée 2025 42% Vol. 0,7l

The Saint James 10 ANS D'ÂGE Extra Vieux Rhum Agricole Martinique AOC Série Limitée 2025 42% represents the particularly mature side of Martinique's time-honored Rhum Agricole culture. Produced by Saint James in Sainte-Marie, Martinique, using fresh sugarcane juice, it adheres to the classic style of a Rhum Agricole Martinique AOC. This limited edition bottling is based on the 2015 vintage, which was placed in casks on July 1, 2015, and matured in the distillery's cellars until September 5, 2025. 200-liter American oak casks and 350-liter French oak casks were used. The extended aging under the tropical conditions of Sainte-Marie intensifies the interaction between the distillate and the wood, imparting additional depth, maturity, and structure to the rum.

After more than ten years of barrel aging, the Saint James 10 Years Old Extra Vieux Rhum Agricole, at 42% ABV, presents itself as powerful yet balanced and elegant. The combination of American and French oak imparts diverse wood, vanilla, and spice notes, while the characteristic sugarcane style remains clearly recognizable. The interplay of the 2015 vintage, tropical aging in Martinique, and two different barrel sizes makes this 2025 Limited Edition particularly compelling. The 0.7-liter bottle is aimed at connoisseurs of aged Rhum Agricole from Martinique who value precise provenance, extended tropical aging, and a clearly defined barrel character. The smooth, exceptionally long finish underscores the mature style of this limited-edition Saint James bottling.

Taster's note

Color: Deep golden amber with warm copper highlights.

Nose: Mature and inviting with delicate wood notes, vanilla, and an elegant, warm spiciness.

Palate: Full-bodied and balanced with mature sugarcane character, vanilla, fine oak, and harmonious spice notes.

Finish: Exceptionally long, smooth, and warm with vanilla, wood, and gentle spice.

The Saint James 10 ANS D'ÂGE Extra Vieux unfolds its long tropical maturation best when enjoyed neat at around 18 to 20 °C in a nosing or rum glass. It is particularly appealing with mature hard cheeses, duck breast, braised beef, or roasted walnuts, as these aromas elegantly complement the warm oak and vanilla structure. For dessert, crème brûlée, dark chocolate, caramelized pineapple, or vanilla pastries harmonize perfectly with the mature barrel character. As a digestif, the Rhum Agricole Extra Vieux particularly impressively demonstrates its smooth length and the different influences of American and French oak.