Rhum JM 1999 10-Year

I purchased this bottle about a year back and finally decided to check out the contents. A strong and traditional JM bouquet greeted me with a warm golden hued liquid that was just begging to be sampled. I gave the glass 5 minutes or so to breath and took my first sip. I was greeted with a sudden burst of alcohol that quickly melted away leaving hints of white fruit, oak, vanilla,caramel and coffee...... not only delicious but very elegant and interesting. Not a sweet agricole like La Filibuste, but a smooth, mature version of JM, 1845. Very clean finish that hangs on a bit. I’d recommend this Rhum to agricole lovers, it’s on the high end, but a nice show off Rhum that won’t let you down.

Agricole's aren't usually my cup of tea, but this one I will look out for again. The harshness is quickly forgotten to allow a pleasant charred bourbon cask flavour with just a touch of sweetness and a smooth finish endear this rum to even this non-agricole loving Paley.