Velier Domaine de Courcelles Grande Réserve 1972
Exceptionally complex, fruity, and well-balanced rum.
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The "Grande Réserve" by Velier is a rare gem from Guadeloupe's Domaine de Courcelles distillery, distilled in 1972 and aged 32 years. Crafted from molasses and distilled via column still, it is bottled at a robust 54% ABV. Users praise its complex aroma infused with vanilla, cinnamon, and cherry, alongside a palette marked by vanilla, honey, and rich fruitiness. Many describe it as a harmonious and intense blend with a smooth, evolving finish though some note its sweetness can be overpowering. Although lauded for its exceptional balance and aromatic profile, it is noted for a shorter finish than expected from a high-caliber, aged spirit. This rum stands out in tastings, frequently hailed as a favorite.
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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 214 times with an average of 9.0/10.
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Wow, a real aroma spectacle. Cherry gummy bears, sherry and a great woody influence. Extraordinarily good!
Courcelle firecracker! 😊 My favorite of the whole Courcelle range, although the price difference makes me seriously lean towards the 3 alternatives from Switzerland. Wonderful rums which are balanced and very complex to enjoy.
Blind Community Tasting Courcelles 1972 by Jakob Extremely fruity and red fruits play almost the sole leading role on the nose (apart from the perfume). Great. Picks me up extremely. A little darker on the palate but still extremely fruity. Possibly with a few boiled ones. Vanilla, cinnamon and somehow sparkling. Above all, long-lasting and developing. Clearly the best of the bunch for me.
Outstanding stuff! Overall clearly a couple of points ahead of the Rhum House bottlings (which are amazing as well). Intense and complex on the nose. Thick boild down fruits take center stage combined with a mix of Christmas-y spices, some chocolate, honey and an amazing perfume note in the back. Similar notes on the palate with a well balanced delivery. Very elegant. Top notch! Cheers Jakob for the set!