Longueteau XO Rhum Agricole Guadeloupe Rum 42%

Rhum agricole is made from fresh sugarcane juice, not molasses, and at Longueteau the self-sufficiency with sugarcane goes all the way back to the fields surrounding the distillery.

Expert description

Longueteau XO is a Rhum Agricole Vieux from Guadeloupe, blended from 8, 9 and 10 year old vintages and matured in former cognac casks, bottled at 42%.

The rum comes from the Longueteau distillery in Domaine du Marquisat de Sainte-Marie in Guadeloupe, founded in 1895 and run by the same family for four generations. Longueteau is one of the rare agricole distilleries that is 100% self-sufficient in sugarcane, meaning the entire process from field to bottle takes place within the house. The XO release blends 70% 8-year-old, 20% 9-year-old and 10% 10-year-old rum, all matured in casks that previously held cognac, giving it a vinous, almost cognac-like depth.

Tasting notes

Nose

Hay and wood at first, developing into dried apricots, figs and candied sugar.

Palate

Full-bodied and resinous, with vegetal and peppery notes, a light vinous character and soft tones of cinnamon and vanilla.

Finish

Dried plum and liquorice, with a light saline touch.

Distillery: Longueteau
Region/Country: Guadeloupe
Type: Rhum Agricole Vieux
Age: 8-10 years
ABV: 42%
Size: 70 CL
Cask type: Ex-cognac oak casks
EAN no.: 3357900009730
Serving suggestion: Neat, in a cognac glass

Flavour profile

Vegetal · Spiced · Fruity · Elegant

Investment potential

Medium. Rhum agricole from self-sufficient distilleries like Longueteau is growing in popularity among collectors, and older agricole releases now trade at significantly higher prices than a few years ago.

Did you know?

Longueteau is one of the few rhum agricole distilleries that grows all of its own sugarcane, making the house a rarity in an industry where most producers buy in their raw material.

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Frequently asked questions about Longueteau XO

What is Longueteau XO?

It is a Rhum Agricole Vieux from Guadeloupe, blended from 8, 9 and 10 year old rum vintages, matured in ex-cognac casks and bottled at 42%.

What does Longueteau XO taste like?

Full-bodied and resinous with vegetal notes, a light vinous character and soft tones of cinnamon and vanilla, finishing with dried plum and liquorice.

What is the difference between rhum agricole and regular rum?

Rhum agricole is distilled from fresh sugarcane juice rather than molasses, giving it a more vegetal, peppery character than most molasses-based rum.

Is Longueteau XO worth it?

The long maturation in cognac casks, the blend of three mature vintages and Longueteau's status as one of the few 100% self-sufficient agricole houses give it genuine quality and growing collector interest.

Where does Longueteau come from?

The distillery is located in Domaine du Marquisat de Sainte-Marie in Guadeloupe, founded in 1895 and run by the same family for four generations.

Why does Longueteau XO taste like cognac?

Maturation takes place in casks that previously held cognac, giving the rum a vinous, elegant depth reminiscent of French brandy.