Rhum House Domaine de Courcelles Rhum Vieux Édition 2008

A complex and unique rum with a rich blend of vanilla, sweetness, and woody notes, admired for its elegance and flavor depth.

9.0  / 10  (30 reviews)

Exquisite, rich, balanced—rum at its finest.

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    How does this rum taste?

    • Unique and complex flavor profile
    • Impressive balance and smoothness
    • Rich aromas and lasting palate

    The Rhum Vieux Édition 2008, crafted at Domaine de Courcelles in Guadeloupe, is a rare find distilled in 1972 and aged for 35 years. This rum, with a 58% ABV, offers a complex symphony of aromas including vanilla, cinnamon, and cherry. Tasting notes reveal a sweet vanilla and woody profile with hints of exotic dried fruits and cinnamon spices. Users cherish its unique balance, complexity, and smooth integration of flavors. Many describe the sensory experience as exceptional and comparable to a heavenly, liquid dessert. With elegant packaging, it’s a favorite among collectors and connoisseurs.

    Aroma

    Vanilla Cinnamon Cherry Woody

    Taste

    Vanilla Sweet Woody Dried fruit

    How is this rum rated?

    9.0  / 10  (30 reviews)
    Top 6% Guadeloupe
    Top 32% Domaine de Courcelles

    "Part of the rum Olympus. You should have had it in your glass once - or as often as you can. Independent, unique and not just a world of its own in terms of taste. Impressive!"

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    9.2 / 10
    Review by: Jakob

    "WOW… so einen Rum hatte ich noch nicht im Glas… flüssige Yoghurette in Rum !! Einzigartig, am Gaumen dazu eine präsente aber sehr gute integrierte würzige Holznote… Ein absoluter Genuss"

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    9.2 / 10
    Review by: Thunderbird

    "Mmmhhh ein richtig leckerer Tropfen. Ich rieche Erdbeeren, Mango, Ananas...Milchschokolade , Lavendel und Blumige Notes. Himmlische Nase Am Gaumen Schön ölig legt er sich in den Mund... unfassbar geiler Antritt ...füllt den Mund voll aus mit Erdbeerkompott Mango und Schokolade verrührt mit Joghurt Wahnsinnig lecker . Absolutes Highlight 🌞"

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    9.0 / 10
    Review by: SaibotZtar

    "Auf dem 11. GRF verkostet und sich danach noch 5 cl als Sample abfüllen zu lassen war ein MUSS. Wann hat man so etwas schon mal im Glas? Götternektar. 😋😋😋"

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    9.3 / 10
    Review by: Gunnar Böhme "Bauerngaumen" 🤓
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    Details about this rum

    Country
    Bottler
    RumX ID
    RX2650
    ABV
    58%
    Category
    Column Still Rum
    Vintage
    1972
    Made from
    Molasses
    Distillation
    Column Still
    Age
    35 years
    Bottle volume
    50cl
    Price range
    250€+
    Type of spirit
    Rum
    Rhum House • Domaine de Courcelles 1972   35yr   58% Rhum Vieux Édition 2008

    How is the price of this rum developing?

    The RumX community has already added 14 bottles to their collections:

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    Open rate
    21%
    Ø Market value
    300€

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    About the Domaine de Courcelles distillery

    The Domaine de Courcelles distillery is located in Guadeloupe. Rums from Domaine de Courcelles have been reviewed 205 times with an average of 9.0/10.


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