The El Dorado 2002 VSG Versailles 12yo is a limited edition rum with only 120 bottles allocated for the French market, making it a rare and highly sought-after gem for connoisseurs. This exquisite rum is part of the prestigious "Rare Collection" series, which showcases the unique craftsmanship of the old Versailles distillery in Guyana. Distilled in 2002 using the historic Versailles wooden pot still—an apparatus over 150 years old and featuring a copper collar—this rum embodies a rich heritage and unparalleled quality. The rum was aged for 12 years in ex-Bourbon barrels, allowing it to develop a complex and layered profile. Bottled in 2015 at its natural cask strength of 63% ABV, this expression is unfiltered to retain its full spectrum of flavors. The VSG mark on the bottle denotes the distinctive style of distillation practiced at the Versailles distillery. Upon opening, the rum reveals a complex aroma of toasted nuts and almonds, enriched with notes of molasses, licorice, orange, fresh mint, and a hint of coffee. On the palate, it offers an intricate balance with an initial sweetness that tempers the high alcohol content. Nutty and almond flavors dominate, enrobed in molasses and licorice, alongside subtle tannic qualities and notes of coffee and caramel. The finish is long and warming, with lingering hints of licorice, coffee, oak, and a touch of burnt caramel. Additional sensory notes include aromas of cinnamon, vanilla, nutmeg, caramel, and oak. On tasting, one can discern complex notes of toffee, almond, cinnamon, spices, and a hint of oak. The finish is long and lingering, highlighted by caramel, spice, and vanilla nuances. Produced by the renowned Demerara Distillery under the esteemed El Dorado brand, this rum is a must-have for any serious rum collector. Its exceptional complexity, balance, and depth of flavor make it a valuable addition to any collection.
This rum is distilled in a historic Versailles wooden pot still and aged for 12 years in ex-Bourbon barrels. Its cask strength of 63% ABV and limited production of only 120 bottles for the French market make it exceptionally unique.
Given its complexity and high ABV, it is best enjoyed neat or with a few drops of water to open up its rich bouquet of flavors and aromas.
While it has been aged for 12 years already, storing it properly can maintain its exceptional quality. However, it is ready for immediate enjoyment.
Toasted nuts, almonds, molasses, licorice, orange, fresh mint, coffee, cinnamon, vanilla, nutmeg, caramel, oak
Toffee, almond, cinnamon, spices, oak, molasses, licorice, coffee, caramel
Long, lingering, caramel, spice, vanilla, licorice, coffee, oak, burnt caramel
El Dorado 2002 VSG Versailles 12yo offers a remarkably complex and balanced experience. Its rich blend of nutty, spicy, and sweet notes, combined with a long and warming finish, makes it a standout in the world of premium rums.
The El Dorado 2002 VSG Versailles 12yo is a masterpiece in the realm of aged rums. Its intricate layering of flavors, from the initial sweet and nutty notes to the long-lasting finish of licorice, coffee, and oak, offers a journey for the senses. The historic Versailles wooden pot still and the 12-year aging process have imbued this rum with an unparalleled depth of character. It’s a collector’s item that lives up to its reputation and is sure to be cherished by any rum enthusiast.
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