Domaine de Courcelles 1972 Velier - Dernière Distillation - b. 2005 - 70cl

1972 vintage rhum from Guadeloupe. Domaine de Courcelles 1972 – Vieux Rhum, 54% ABV.
An exceptionally rare molasses-based rum from Guadeloupe, distilled in January 1972 and aged in 220-liter casks.

Following more than 31 years of maturation, it was transferred to large wooden vats (*foudres*) in November 2003 and bottled in April 2005.

Flavor profile: intense, complex, and elegant, with potential notes of ripe tropical fruit, fine woods, spices, tobacco, and cocoa.
Distinguishing feature: a historic expression from a now-defunct distillery, highly sought after by enthusiasts and collectors of vintage rum.
An authentic piece of Caribbean tradition and history.