Malvasia Reserva
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Virtually indestructible, this wine is ready to drink upon release and can be cellared indefinitely, remaining fresh for several months even after opening.
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Rich chocolate desserts, blue cheese, roasted nuts
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Malvasia, historically known as Malmsey, represents the sweetest and most luscious style of traditional Madeira. The grape itself boasts a legendary lineage, having been introduced to the volcanic cliffs of Madeira in the 15th century under the direction of Prince Henry the Navigator. Pereira D'Oliveira's Malvasia Reserva is crafted to showcase the rich, opulent side of this noble variety. Sourced from steep, terraced vineyards carved into the island's basaltic soils, the grapes benefit from a warm maritime climate. The wine is aged in seasoned oak casks, developing a complex tapestry of flavors. This traditional process coaxes out deep, caramelized notes of dried figs, molasses, and dark spices, all brilliantly balanced by the vibrant, electric acidity that is the hallmark of Madeira's unique terroir.
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Founded in 1850 by João Pereira d'Oliveira, Pereira D'Oliveira is an independent, family-owned Madeira house based in the historic heart of Funchal, Madeira, Portugal. Currently managed by the fifth generation of the D'Oliveira family, the house is legendary for its unparalleled library of extremely rare, old vintage Madeiras dating back to the mid-19th century. Their wines are aged traditionally in seasoned oak casks using the canteiro method, allowing them to develop extraordinary complexity, vibrant acidity, and legendary longevity. The house is highly revered for its exceptional, single-harvest expressions of noble varieties including Sercial, Verdelho, Boal, Malvasia, and the rare Terrantez.