allowing the spirit to develop rich wood-driven character while retaining its agave foundation

where master blenders select and marry multiple Caribbean rum distillates made from molasses

Leather and dried fruit persist

carrying the XO (Extra Old) designation that requires a minimum of 10 years of aging

Smoked salmon and cream cheese canapés echo the spirit's creamy mid-palate

Domaine La Roche Moreau Quarts de Chaumes portugal allowing the spirit to developDomaine La Roche Moreau Quarts de Chaumes is a botrytized sweet Chenin Blanc from the Quarts de Chaume Grand Cru appellation in the Loire Valley, bottled at 12% ABV. This expression earned a coveted Coup de Cur and three stars (the highest rating) in the 2024 Guide Hachette des Vins for its 2021 vintage, placing it among France's most distinguished dessert wines. Quick Facts: ABV: 12% Origin: Quarts de Chaume Grand Cru, Loire Valley, France Varietal: