In 1989 Alexander Gabriel discovered Maison Ferrand, one of the oldest spirit brands in the Cognac region. Traveling and following his passion, soon Alexandre Gabriel created a dedicated distribution network of equally passionate partners. The 1990s see Alexandre Gabriel combing the Caribbean in search of the best rums of the region. Planteray is born...an artisanal range of rums from the great terroirs of the tropics. Today, President and Owner of Maison Ferrand, Alexandre Gabriel has won praise across the category and industry. Focusing on three major spirits that represent the passion and vision of Maison Ferrand: Ferrand Grande Champagne Cognac, Artisanal Citadelle Gin, and Planteray "Grands Terroirs." All are authentic spirits that express the individual terroirs that made them. From the distillery: "A blended rum from Barbados, Planteray Grande Réserve is first aged in Bourbon casks in the tropical climate of Barbados then sent to Pierre Ferrand where their small oak barrels further nurture the aging process at Château de Bonbonnet in France." 91 points Beverage Testing Institute: "Bright golden amber color. Aromas of brown sugar caramelized plantain, sweet tobacco, vanilla bean, and hazelnut with a satiny, vibrant, fruity sweet medium body and a tingling, interesting, medium-length caramelized mango, milk chocolate, rich caramel, and tack room finish. A sweet and nutty rum with for crowd-pleasing cocktails and effortless sipping. *Gold Medal, Best Buy*" (03/2018)