Sample graciously provided by @ctbeck11 poured next to the 2009 ECS. Compared to the 2009, this appears to be a shade or two darker. The nose and palate similarly show a bit more depth, richness, and wood. It seems to be hotter than the 2009, even more so than the 2% ABV would suggest, but the finish brings something that I can’t quite put my finger on, which puts it over the top as better than the 2009. Really enjoyable experience sipping this one. However, given that I’m a relative newby at aged rum (and that I’m a value shopper), I’m not sure if it’s as much better as the price difference would indicate. I found the 2009 for about 80, and it sounds like the Nobillary retailed for 120+. This actually makes me want to go buy another bottle of the 2009, because while I think this is better, it makes me think the 2009 is a screaming deal for a rum that seems to be maybe 85% the quality as perhaps what may be the pinnacle of rums. Thank you to @ctbeck11 for the opportunity to try this one!