Emperor Private Collection Mauritius Rum Chateau Pape Clement Finish 70 cl 42%

The first release in Emperor's ambitious Private Collection sends Mauritian rum to visit a Grand Cru classified Bordeaux estate, with a result that's equal parts rum and wine.

Expert Description

Emperor Private Collection Mauritius Rum Chateau Pape Clement Finish is a Mauritius Rum, a blend of older rums distilled from both fresh sugar cane juice and molasses, finished in casks from Château Pape Clément in Bordeaux and bottled at 42%.

Emperor, named after the British king George V, who as Emperor of India was also linked to Mauritius as a British colony, is known for its well-balanced blends of Mauritian rum. This Private Collection release is the house's first in a series of experimental cask finishes, using casks from Château Pape Clément, a Grand Cru Classé estate in Bordeaux, to add an extra layer of winey complexity to the rum.

The result is a rich, full-bodied rum with notes of red berries, toasted oak and a lightly smoky finish.

Tasting Notes

Nose

Sweet exotic fruit, red berries and caramel, with toasted oak and a touch of coffee.

Palate

Rich with stewed apricots, grassy sugar cane and spice.

Finish

Long with jam, lightly smoky wood and a lingering winey sweetness.

Specifications

Name: Emperor Private Collection Chateau Pape Clement Finish
Bottler: Emperor
Region/Country: Mauritius
Type: Rum
ABV: 42%
Size: 70 CL
Cask Type: Château Pape Clément wine casks
Serving Suggestion: Neat for exploration or over ice

Flavour Profile

Winey · Rich · Fruity · Complex · Spiced

Did You Know?

Château Pape Clément is one of Bordeaux's oldest wine estates and a classified Grand Cru, making this cask finish a rare meeting between Mauritius' rum tradition and one of France's most prestigious wine producers.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Emperor Private Collection Chateau Pape Clement Finish

What is Emperor Private Collection Chateau Pape Clement Finish?

It's a Mauritius Rum, a blend of older rums finished in casks from Château Pape Clément in Bordeaux and bottled at 42%.

Is Emperor Private Collection worth it?

The rare combination of Mauritian rum tradition and casks from a classified Grand Cru estate makes it a unique and sought-after release for collectors.

What is Château Pape Clément?

It's one of Bordeaux's oldest wine estates, classified as Grand Cru, whose casks are used here to finish the rum.

What does Emperor Private Collection Chateau Pape Clement Finish taste like?

It smells of sweet exotic fruit and red berries with toasted oak, while the palate is rich with stewed apricots and spice, and a long, winey finish.

Why is the brand called Emperor?

It's named after the British king George V, who as Emperor of India was also linked to Mauritius as a British colony.

How should Emperor Private Collection Chateau Pape Clement Finish be enjoyed?

It can be enjoyed neat for exploration or over ice, where its winey complexity really shines.