Clement Vieux 1970 Vol.44% Cl.70

Since 1887, Clément rum has been produced according to the purest traditions and rules inherited from Homère and Charles Clément.

Jealously guarded, this family recipe has been passed down from generation to generation, reaching the present day in the same way it was two centuries ago.

In 1880, Maison Clément belonged to Virginie de Franqueville and Georges du Prey de la Ruffinière. Following the great sugar crisis, the estate was seized and subsequently repurchased in 1887 by Doctor Homère Clément, one of the island's first doctors, who was also mayor of Le François and a member of the Martinique government.

Having large sugarcane holdings (the fields extend over 100 hectares around the house), the sugarcane was initially processed in the factories of Le François.

Later, towards the beginning of the 20th century, he established his own distillery, producing rum according to ancient agricultural traditions.

This became highly renowned and famous for its high quality.

A visit to the distillery allows you to discover the production methods of Rhum Agricole, starting with the processing and harvesting of the sugarcane.

It also allows you to breathe in the aromas of approximately 1,000,000 liters of rum aging in oak barrels from the production of Kentucky Bourbon.

Martinique's climatic conditions also significantly accelerate the aging process.

His son, Charles, thanks to his engineering studies, will improve the company by introducing innovative and modern export and promotion methods.

He transformed the house into a veritable venue for entertaining important guests or hosting events.

Today, Maison Clément, one of the oldest properties on the island, has become a historic monument and is the only Creole house on the island still open to the public.

The house has welcomed numerous guests and visitors, including President George Bush and President François Mitterrand during a summit in March 1991.

The production of old agricultural rum is subject to the strict control of the AOC, which involves checking the sugar cane, distillation, barrels, aging method, bottling, and more.

The aging process is three times faster in Martinique, depending on the climate: an average of 35°C throughout the year with high humidity.

Each year, evaporation accounts for 10% of the barrel volume. At the Clément distillery, things remain unchanged; the old methods still reign supreme on the estate.

Sugarcane is cut by hand to select the base where it is richest in sugar.

The purity and richness of the cane juice are essential in producing a perfectly natural rum like Clement's.

Its production is proof of its original character; after fermentation, the pure cane juice is distilled and then placed in small oak barrels holding just 200 liters, achieving incomparable finesse.

This 1970 vintage rum epitomizes Clément's unwavering dedication to its power and freshness.

Clément 1970 Rum Agricole is a rare and unforgettable rum for its aromas and flavors.

Clément 1970 vintage rum has aged for 15 years in oak barrels under the Martinique sun, and was bottled in a single batch in 1991.

Bottled at full strength, each bottle is numbered.

Connoisseurs appreciate its intense color, complexity, and rich spicy aromas with hints of smoky tobacco and wood.

To fully enjoy Clement 1970 Rum Agricole, it requires a large glass, served at room temperature, and paired with a good cigar such as Oliva Melanio or Padron.