Rumrhum-agricole
Élevé Sous Bois (Agricole Light Aging)
The élevé sous bois category reflects Martinique's understanding that the journey from blanc to vieux has intermediate steps worth capturing. The AOC's codification of this 12-18 month window acknowledges that some consumers want a glimpse of barrel influence without full commitment to aged character.
Flavor Profile
Green cane notes persist but are softened. Light vanilla, touch of honey, gentle floral oak. Still bright and peppery at the finish but less aggressive than blanc. The 'introduction to agricole' expression — shows where the category is going without fully committing to aged character.
Key Producers
Martinique
Clément Élevé Sous Bois
The most widely available expression of this category
La Favorite Élevé
Estate expression, rustic character
Martinique AOC: 12-18 months aging in oak. Below VO minimum (3 years). Not available in all expression lines — a distinct middle category between blanc and vieux.