Pereira D'Oliveira Verdelho Vintage Madeira 1986

Description

A wine of exceptional quality made only from the Verdelho grape variety, aged in cask under the traditional canteiro system for a minimum of 20 years and bottled only when it begins to display the degree of depth and complex charachteristic of full maturity. Vintage Madeira aka Garrafeira or Frasqueira are the epitome or excellence and the glory of Madeira.

Tasting Notes

This medium-dry madeira, with 70g of residual sugar, displays a complex nose of plum, dried mango, apricot and roasted hazelnut, flanked by cinnamon and allspice. The palate is rich with seductive, smoky accents. Clean, smooth and easy-drinking, this Madeira offers beautiful acidity and a bright and lingering finish.

Rating

WS 93