1890 Madeira J.H.Gonçalves Verdelho Velho Solera Fortificado

Description

It is said that Madeira wine’s principal mentor was Prince Henry the Navigator, who encouraged the cultivation of the Malvasia Cândida grape—originating from Candia in Crete—on the island of Madeira, a decision that proved successful. By the mid‑15th century, Madeira wine was already being exported across routes that included Europe, where it was prized for its refined character and even used as perfume on the court ladies’ handkerchiefs. The prestige of this nectar was such that it is frequently referenced in history, art, and the legends of various nations. The bottling year may not correspond to the image shown (illustrative only).