Blandy’s Verdelho 2010 Single Harvest Madiera

The Blandy’s family is unique for being the only family of all the original founders of the Madeira wine trade to still own and manage their original wine company. The family has played a leading role in the development of Madeira wine since the early nineteenth century. Blandy’s Madeira remains totally dedicated to the traditions, care, and crasmanship of Madeira Wine for over 200 years.

Blandy’s 2010 Verdelho Colheita was aged in seasoned American oak casks in the traditional ‘Canteiro’ system, whereby the wine is gently heated by warm air in the los of the company’s south-facing lodge in Funchal. Over the years the casks are transferred from the top floor to the middle floor and eventually to the ground floor where it is cooler. The wine is regularly racked during the ageing process and is finally bottled when the desired balance of maturity is reached.

Topaz with golden nuances, crystal clear. An intense bouquet of apple jelly, yellow fruit chutney, aged brandy with hints of spice. The palate is medium dry and fresh with saline notes, leaving a long and warm finish of candied fruit and brandy.

Intensely nutty wine, a complete Madeira with a touch of honey permeating the wine. The wine’s blend of poise between dryness and richness gives it a creamy, ripe character. Drink now.

95 points – Wine Enthusiast