PLANTATION RUM TRACES RUM’S ORIGINS WITH THE TERRAVERA COLLECTION OF EXCEPTIONAL SINGLE VINTAGES: INTRODUCING PANAMA 2010
The sun rises on Plantation’s third collection of single-vintage rums from around the world, each honoring a spectacular terroir and the local hallmarks that make it so special.
For this unique limited-edition selection, Alexandre Gabriel, Master Blender and creator of Plantation Rum, ventured to the most remote distilleries on the planet. TERRAVERA is a vivid celebration of rum’s origins, capturing the diversity, culture and time-honored production methods of these distinctive regions. Terravera – meaning ‘True Earth’ – is derived from the rich terroir that shapes each vintage. Highlighting the bold characteristics of each region, six exceptional bottlings at cask strength continue with an impeccable Panama 2010 vintage, sourced from the Don José Distillery.
PANAMA 2010 – A JEWEL FROM THE JUNGLES OF CENTRAL AMERICA
For this outstanding release, Alexandre Gabriel embarked on an intrepid journey to the dark and mysterious jungles of Panama. There, nestled alongside the rich green foliage, he discovered the wonders of the Don José Distillery. Founded on what was the Republic of Panama’s first ever sugar mill – and a whole day’s trek from the nearest city – this remote location served up the perfect treasure for rum enthusiasts. Selecting 22 exquisite barrels of the finest Panama 2010 vintage, Alexandre’s picks are shaped by the lush rainforests and sweeping hillsides which surround the distillery. The region’s tropical conditions and humid climate all assist in the creation of this truly unique expression.
Harnessing Plantation Rum’s signature double-aging technique, 8 years of rest in Central America are followed by a trans-antlantic voyage to south-west France and a further 5 years of maturation in French oak casks. The product of unwavering passion, this hand-picked limited release is sure to captivate the senses and indulge the palate. Bursting with character, ripe fruit flavors combine with fresh coconut and undeniably alluring spices to create a taste as bold as its origin.
Drawing influence from the distillery’s mystical surroundings, each bottle of Panama 2010 pays homage to the distillery’s lush and fertile surroundings. A golden frog, jaguar and sloth – animals native to the dense Panamanian jungle – lie camouflaged among the ferns. Meanwhile, a plane and a stamp – the emblematic symbols connecting the Terravera Collection – adorn each and every bottle.
ABOUT PLANTATION RUM
Each expression of Plantation Rum features the best of a specific terroir of rum: the local flavors, the production styles and the expertise of the people who craft each batch. First aged in the tropics, Plantation Rums are double-aged, following according to a centuries-old tradition, in French Oak casks in south-west France. The savoir-faire behind this heritage technique is a true trademark of Plantation Rum, and its signature raffia-wrapped bottles can be found on the world’s finest tables and in the most prestigious bars and retailers.
The Plantation range, through its creativity, quality and innovative techniques inspired by historical research, has won the hearts of rum lovers all over the world. Our rums have received over 500 awards and medals in the most prestigious international spirits competitions and are enjoyed in over 100 countries worldwide.
THE MAN BEHIND THE RUMS
Alexandre Gabriel, Master Blender of Maison Ferrand for over 30 years, is a passionate creator of fine artisanal spirits and producer of the world-famous brands Plantation Rum, Ferrand Cognac and Citadelle Gin. He is also the proud owner of West Indies Rum Distillery in Barbados and co-owner of Long Pond and Clarendon distilleries in Jamaica.
In 2012, Alexandre Gabriel was honored as the “Rum World Best Master Blender” by the prestigious Golden Barrel Awards, and in 2017, he received the “Outstanding Contribution to Distilling” award from the American Distilling Institute, the first time in the history of the award that it was presented to an individual. In 2023 Alexandre Gabriel was recognized as one of the world’s six leading rum CEO by the Ultimate Awards and RumLab.
TASTING NOTES Nose
Fragrant and fruity on fresh coconut and dill, plum, nectarine, citrus, almond, cinnamon, vanilla, honey and sesame. Palate
Fresh, fruity and spicy with pear, berries, orange and hints of coffee and pepper.
Finish
Long and dry on coconut, banana, tobacco, allspices, chocolate and licorice.
