Madeira Velho Da Madeira (Rótulo Vermelho) Fortificado

Description

Legend says that Prince D. Henrique was the main patron of Madeira wine, encouraging the cultivation of the Malvasia Cândida grape—originally from Candia in Crete—on the island of Madeira, a venture that proved successful. By the mid‑15th century Madeira wine was already being exported, with routes that included Europe, where it was prized for its refinement and even used as a perfume on the court ladies’ handkerchiefs. The prestige of this nectar was such that references to it are common in history, art, and the legends of several nations. The year of bottling may not match the image shown. (illustrative picture only)