The Montebello Rhum Vieux 3 Ans Brut de Fût is a version for true purists and collectors. Unlike classic editions, this rum is bottled "at full proof" (Brut de Fût), meaning exactly as it comes out of the barrel after aging, without any added water to reduce its alcohol content. This specific Batch captures the primordial essence and power of Guadeloupe's terroir.
Montebello - Rhum Vieux Agricole 3 Ans "Brut de Fût" (Small Batch)
This limited edition of Montebello represents the most authentic and untamed side of the Petit-Bourg distillery. Aged for three years in American oak barrels under the scorching sun of Basse-Terre, this rum has not undergone the usual pre-bottling dilution. The result is a high-intensity sensory experience, where the alcoholic structure acts as an amplifier for the essential oils of the sugarcane and the tannins extracted from the wood. Each batch is unique and reflects the specific characteristics of the barrels selected by the Master Distiller, offering a dense, vibrant, and extraordinarily persistent sip.
Sensory Profile
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Color: Deep gold with brilliant, oily reflections.
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Nose: Powerful and penetrating. Well-integrated alcohol lifts intense aromas of burnt sugarcane, pure vanilla, toasted coconut, and an almost briny vegetal note. Hints of black pepper and lime zest follow.
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Palate: The impact is explosive. On the palate, it is dense and buttery; the strength of the full proof envelops the tongue with flavors of salted caramel, toasted wood, and ripe tropical fruit. Despite the high alcohol content, the quality of the distillate ensures incredible pleasantness, finishing with notes of fresh tobacco and volcanic minerality.
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Finish: Extremely long and warm, with a persistent trail of spices and ginger.
Winemaking and Aging Produced from pure sugarcane juice and distilled in a continuous column still, this rum rests for 3 years in ex-Bourbon barrels. The "Brut de Fût" method preserves the integrity of the distillate: it is neither chill-filtered nor colored, maintaining all the aromatic richness developed during accelerated tropical maturation.
Serving Suggestions This is a sipping rum. It is recommended to enjoy it neat, allowing it to oxygenate in the glass for a few minutes. For those who wish to explore different aromatic layers, a very few drops of pure water can be added to "open" the bouquet and mitigate the alcoholic strength.
Technical Data
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Producer: Distillerie Carrère (Montebello)
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Type: Rhum Vieux Agricole - Brut de Fût (Cask Strength)
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Origin: Petit-Bourg, Guadeloupe (France)
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Aging: 3 years in tropical climate
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Barrels: Ex-Bourbon American Oak
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Alcohol Content: Typically between 48% and 55% Vol. (variable depending on the batch)
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Format: 70 cl
