Madeira Cvm Verdelho (Gargalo Empalhado) Fortificado

Description

It is said that Prince Dom Henrique was the primary mentor of Madeira wine, encouraging the cultivation of the Malvasia Cândida grape—originating from Candia (Crete)—on the island of Madeira, a venture that proved successful. By the mid‑15th century, Madeira wine was already being exported, with trade routes reaching Europe, where it was regarded as the epitome of refinement, even used as perfume for the court ladies’ scarves. The prestige of this nectar was such that references to it appear frequently in history, art, and the legends of various nations. The bottling year may not correspond to the image shown. (Illustrative image only).