CÉSAR MARTÍ
Considered as a oenologist of rum because of his knowledge and background, César Martí experiments various ageing of aguardientes, in different environments and barrels. His latest experiment led him to craft the first edition of Eminente Gran Reserva with 80% of aguardientes that he aged in specific conditions: in a dry cellar, where the water evaporates faster than the alcohol. The final blend of aguardientes and light rum aged for a minimum of 10 years is finished for three months in French oak barrels. The finish in French oak barrels brings complexity but also balance in the mouth with notes of honey, sandalwood and orange blossom.
Eminente Gran Reserva is a rum made in the traditions of the center of the island that its inhabitants call ‘Isla del Cocodrilo’, its unusual shape evoking that of its native crocodile. The sensorial, textured glass of Eminente and its crocodile-shaped island on the label are reminiscent of the native animal. Eminente Gran Reserva is one of the few Cuban rums sold internationally to hold the coveted ‘Denominación de Origen Protegida’ or ‘D.O.P. Ron de Cuba’. Granted by the Regulatory Council, it imposes strict rules to ensure the authenticity of Cuban rum.
| Color | A bright mahogany color and red hues. |
| Nose | The initial aroma of freshly roasted coffee, red fruits and flowers gives way to a touch of honey and vanilla with a nice almost minty freshness. |
| Palate | In the mouth, well-balanced, unctuous, and deep with a fruity profile, this time driven by dried apricot and orange blossom with notes of sandalwood, hazelnut and allspice. |
| Final | The finish is silky, persistent, and sweet with the spicy character of Sichuan pepper, with impressions of caramel, pine sap and saffron. |
| Ways of drinking | Ideally neat or over a large ice cube. |
