Medium Sweet 15 YO
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Ready to drink upon release, but possesses an indefinite aging potential. Once opened, the wine can be enjoyed over several months without losing its character.
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Blue cheese, dark chocolate tarts, roasted nuts and dried fruits
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This 15-year-old Medium Sweet Madeira from the legendary house of Pereira D'Oliveira represents a masterclass in the art of oxidative aging. Sourced from steep, volcanic terraced vineyards carved into the dramatic cliffs of Madeira, the grapes are subjected to the traditional canteiro system. Under this method, the wine is aged in seasoned oak casks placed in the warm attics of Funchal, where natural heat gently concentrates the liquid over fifteen years. This slow, deliberate process coaxes out deep, complex aromas of dried figs, toasted nuts, and dark caramel, all balanced by the vibrant, electric acidity that defines the island's terroir. Historically, Madeira's unique character was discovered during long sea voyages where the heat of the ship's hold transformed the wine; today, D'Oliveira replicates this magic on land, creating a medium-sweet style that is both opulent and remarkably fresh.
🍾 wine.about_producer
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.