Exception
Robust, fruity, and balanced Fiji rum.
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The "Exception" by Famille Ricci is a distinguished rum hailing from Fiji's South Pacific distillery. Distilled in 2001, this 22-year-old spirit was produced from molasses using a pot still, then bottled at cask strength with a 58.2% ABV. Users praise its nose, dominated by tropical fruit, followed by hints of tea and mineral notes. The palate reveals a complex blend of flavors—tropical fruit and tea, an underlying peppery spice, and a gentle hint of caramelized sweetness. Despite its robust flavor profile, it is well-balanced, with an integrated alcohol presence noted by many. Surprisingly, the rum's spice and smoke linger, delivering a noteworthy finish.
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About the South Pacific distillery
The South Pacific distillery is located in Fiji. Rums from South Pacific have been reviewed 3,300 times with an average of 8.0/10.
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Rum Friendly Club Advent Calendar, Day 19. A fruity, heavy and spicy nose. Banana and mango, dried fruit, esters, oak, varnish and Christmas spices. The palate is lively, with spices, cedar wood and dried fruit. The finish is long and balanced, but lacks complexity. A fine rum, but I'm not particularly enthusiastic about it.
Mal wieder ein sehr guter 2001er Fiji. Er ist mehr auf der würzig pflanzlichen Seite, dabei aber sehr ausgewogen. Der Alkohol ist sehr eingebunden und trägt die Aromen gut und deutlich. Er komnt zwar an meine Benchmark des Fiji Flag LMDW nicht heran… aber dennoch eine sehr gute Abfüllung
This bottling once again confirms the exceptional vintage of Fiji. A special and unique profile. For me, the tomato skin on the nose is particularly striking. The whole thing is very complex and has a lovely long finish.
Beautiful release, which on the one hand shows the long years in the barrel on the palate, but on the other hand does not lack freshness. Pleasant fruit aromas meet barrel notes, tea and spices. A convincing Fiji from 2001.