Sweet 10 YO
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Ready to enjoy upon release, this robust fortified wine is virtually indestructible and can be cellared for several decades, remaining fresh for months even after opening.
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Rich dark chocolate tarts, artisanal blue cheeses, classic sticky toffee pudding
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Pereira D'Oliveira's 10-Year-Old Sweet Madeira represents a beautiful entry into the rich, historical world of traditional Madeira. Sourced from steep, volcanic terraced vineyards carved into the dramatic cliffs of the island, this wine undergoes the traditional canteiro aging process. It is matured in seasoned oak casks in the warm lofts of Funchal, where the gentle, natural heating coaxes out deep, complex flavors of molasses, dried figs, and warm spices. The D'Oliveira family, renowned for their unmatched library of ancient casks, applies the same meticulous care to this 10-year-old blend as they do to their legendary vintage Frasqueiras, resulting in a luscious, sweet style balanced by Madeira's signature vibrant, electric acidity. This high acidity prevents the sweetness from becoming cloying, creating a harmonious, warming digestif that carries the soul of the Atlantic island's maritime heritage.
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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.