Blandy's 10 Years Old Malmsey Madeira (Rich) is a premium fortified wine produced by Blandy's, a renowned winery in Madeira, Portugal. This wine is made from the Malmsey grape variety, which is known for its rich and sweet flavor profile. The grapes are grown in the unique volcanic soil of Madeira, which imparts a distinct mineral character to the wine. The winemaking process involves aging the wine for 10 years in oak casks, which gives it a smooth and complex taste. This wine is rich and full-bodied, with notes of caramel, dried fruit, and nuts. It is a perfect dessert wine and pairs well with chocolate, fruit tarts, and strong cheeses.
NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER
This 10-year-old Malmsey Madeira from Blandy's is a rich and deeply flavoured wine.It has a golden colour with a hint of copper, and offers intense aromas of roasted nuts and dried fruit. On the palate, it has a creamy texture with a balanced sweetness, along with flavours of figs, almonds, apricots, and a hint of spice. The finish is long and persistent, with a lingering aftertaste of dried fruit and nuts. Enjoy this delightful wine as an aperitif or a dessert wine.
EXPERT RATING
4.0
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Profile
Sweetness:
Sweet
Dry
Lusciously Sweet
Alcohol:
Very high
No/Low
Very High
Intensity:
Fragrant
Subtle
Powerful
Body:
Rich
Light Bodied
Full Bodied
Acidity:
Smooth
Soft
Crisp
Tannin:
Smooth
No Tannin
Grippy
ORIGINS
Winery: Blandy's
Region: Madeira
Madeira is a fortified wine produced on the Portuguese archipelago of the same name, located in the Atlantic Ocean off the coast of Morocco. The island is known for its unique terroir, which has been used to produce wine since the 15th century.
Madeira has a long and storied history, with the first vines planted in the 15th century by Portuguese settlers. The island's unique climate and geography, with its steep slopes and warm temperatures, made it ideal for producing wine. The island's wines quickly gained popularity in Europe, and by the 18th century, Madeira was the oine of the most popular wines in the world. Today, Madeira is still produced in the traditional way, with the grapes grown on the island's steep slopes and aged in barrels for up to 20 years. The wines are known for their unique flavor and complexity, and are often served as an aperitif or dessert wine.