Famille Ricci - Barbados WIRD 2009 - 63% 50cl

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Famille Ricci - Barbados WIRD 2009 - 63% 50cl
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Item number: 1674

Famille Ricci Barbados WIRD 2009 63% 50cl

This exceptional Barbados WIRD 2009 is a decadent journey into the heart of Barbados. Far more than a traditional aged rum, it is a striking fusion of tropical intensity, meticulous maturation, and a world-class finish. Distilled in 2009 at the prestigious West Indies Rum Distillery and selected by the experts at Famille Ricci, this high-proof vintage is the rum that, as they say, "pushes the limit just a bit too far!"

Created with an uncompromising focus on texture and gourmandise, this column still masterpiece transforms a classic Barbadian spirit into a rich, liquid dessert. It is a bold statement of craftsmanship, perfect for those who seek a rum that is as thick and generous as a chocolate fondant.

A Masterclass in Refinement

Every bottle of Barbados WIRD 2009 embodies the art of patient aging and innovative finishing. The character of this rum was forged through a precise technical process:

  • Initial Aging: Fully matured in bourbon casks, providing a sturdy backbone of creamy vanilla, deep oak structure, and flawless clarity.

  • Double Finish: Extended cask maturation that allows the natural sweetness of the wood and the spirit to intertwine seamlessly into a rich, velvety profile.

  • Artisanal Reduction: Bottled at a powerful 63% ABV for maximum intensity—entirely unadulterated, without added sugar, and without colouring to preserve every ounce of its oily texture and aromatic density.

Tasting Experience

Inside the bottle lies a profile so rich and velvety that it feels like Christmas in a glass.

  • Nose: For the nut and vanilla lovers! You are immediately immersed in a bath of macadamia nuts, rich vanilla, and coconut—thick, greasy, and flowing. It evokes the scent of a buttery chocolate fondant fresh from the oven. Then, a "diva" makes her entrance: subtle, refined oak. This is followed by layers of gingerbread, cinnamon, and a comforting touch of gentle bourbon influence.

  • Palate: Pure indulgence. The term "fondant" was no exaggeration; the rum literally melts on the palate with generous cocoa powder, candied coconut, and a near-sorbet-like freshness of almond. The density and "fat" are remarkable, offering notes of orangettes, oven-warm gingerbread, and a creamy tiramisu beautifully integrated with the high-proof strength.

  • Finish: Long, warm, and incredibly gourmand. The texture clings to the palate, leaving a sophisticated conclusion of soft caramel and lightly toasted wood, inviting you back for another sip just for the sheer pleasure of it.

Product Details

  • Brand / Bottler: Famille Ricci

  • Distillery: West Indies Rum Distillery (WIRD)

  • Origin: Barbados

  • Classification: Single-Origin Vintage (2009)

  • Aging: Fully Matured in Bourbon Casks

  • Finish: High-Proof Bourbon Expression

  • Alcohol Content: 63%

  • Volume: 50cl

  • Process: Pure, unadulterated bottling (no sugar, no colouring)

Why Choose This Famille Ricci Barbados WIRD 2009?

✔ Distilled at West Indies Rum Distillery, a legendary name in Barbados rum history ✔ Ultra-Gourmand Profile dominated by creamy coconut, macadamia nuts, and cocoa ✔ Expertly Balanced at 63% for an intensely powerful yet silky mouthfeel ✔ Selected by Famille Ricci for its uncompromising purity and depth ✔ Exceptional Texture achieved through traditional column still distillation and patient aging ✔ A "Liquid Dessert" that perfectly captures the spirit of pure Barbadian indulgence

The Famille Ricci Barbados WIRD 2009 is a powerful and expressive bottle, where the tropical warmth of Barbados meets the refined elegance of independent French bottling in a truly distinctive, festive edition.

Style: Traditional Column Still Rum | Origin: Barbados | Distillery: West Indies Rum Distillery | Bottler: Famille Ricci | Edition: Vintage 2009 | ABV: 63% | Volume: 50cl | Cask: Bourbon Cask