Be warned. Once you’ve entered the gate there’s no turning back; you’re stuck for the rest of your life. Stuck in the amazing world of Madeira wines. And yes, I know what you’re thinking; “Why didn’t I enter before?” Photo…
Bastardo is back! No, we’re not talking about any considerable volumes. Just a few rows here and there. But the re-planting of the grape which is supported by the institute of IVBAM, is slightly increasing. Whether or not there’s…
When reading about Madeira in the wine literature, you’ll most likely notice the use of the name Tinta Negra Mole. If the grape, which stands for up to 85% of the vineyard cultivations on the island, is the same…
By now I’ve probably lost the count. That is, how many times I’ve visited Madeira. There’s only one thing I’m sure about – I need to go more often. Going to Madeira in January is like buying a lottery…
Thanks for stopping by! You like Madeira wine? Me to! If you like what you read then why not take a look at Facebook as well? I’m there as me, myself and I. Sometimes I also tweet. Why not…
Funchal seen from the Cable Car on the way up to Monte – or its full length name, Nossa Senhora do Monte. Not for the claustrophobic I can tell you. And do you have the slightest tendency for sea sickness,…
Bemocked and minimized in importance for years – it is now time to give Tinta Negra Mole, or just Tinta Negra, some credit. Not only for the fact it can provide great varietal wines but also for in some extent…
Dags för den sista av de fyra druvor som även indikerar vinstilen; Malmsey. För de flesta är druvan totalt okänd, åtminstone när det engelska namnet kommer på tal, men bakom lurar mer välkända Malvasia. Faktum är att Malvasia Cândida var…
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