86 Bual is probably the best Madeira I've ever had. This wine balances so well between sour and sweet. Notes of dried fruit, cognac and english tea. Truely brilliant. 99/100. (500 bottles produced)
93 Sercial was alright, notes of oranges and honey but definitely not as balanced as the 86. Enjoyable, but nothing that made it stand out. 90/100.
98 Tinta Negra is great for whoever likes a dry and sour madeira. Because this bottle does an excellent job at both. Extremely enjoyable when slightly clilled, lots of lemon and some tones of wood. 94/100.
50+ Malvasia is a great Madeira, but slightly disappointing at this price point. Sweeter obviously, but lacks the complexity and finish one would expect of this bottle. Nicely balanced, elegant and well made, but a complete novice next to the 86 bual. 92/100.
Bought a bottle of both the 86 and 98.
by rumnroll
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I loved this write up. I drink wine/ port/ dessert wines but I’ve had maybe one sip of Madeira from my Gran’s glass. This has inspired me to try some, if I find it on a menu somewhere. Thank you!
Ohh man I have been putting off getting some old Madeira. This post might be the thing that pushes me over the edge. The 86 Bual, ey?
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