Blandy'sDuke of Cumberland Medium Rich NV

Product code: 4862
£17.70 inc VAT
Portugal
Fortified Wine from
Madeira, Portugal
Country
Country: Portugal
Region
Region: Madeira
Type
Type: Fortified Wine
Winery
Winery: Blandy's
Alcohol
Alcohol: 19%
Volume
Volume: 750 ml
Winemaker
Winemaker: Francisco Albuquerque
Grape
Grape: Tinta Negra
Grape: 100% Tinta Negra
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Country
Country: Portugal
Region
Region: Madeira
Type
Type: Fortified Wine
Winery
Winery: Blandy's
Alcohol
Alcohol: 19%
Volume
Volume: 750 ml
Winemaker
Winemaker: Francisco Albuquerque
Grape
Grape: Tinta Negra
Grape: 100% Tinta Negra

Product Notes

Blandy's Duke of Cumberland is a delectable medium-rich Madeira wine, bearing a mesmerising golden hue. Its delightful bouquet boasts nuances of dried fruits, vanilla and hints of caramelised notes. The palate is greeted with a fascinating balance of sweetness and acidity, leading to an intoxicating warming finish. Its texture is silky, enveloping every taste bud in an infinitely pleasurable experience. Certainly, this wine exhibits an intricate blend of well-matured flavours, cherishing a tradition that extends over two centuries. Blandy's Duke of Cumberland is finely crafted to accompany a range of deserts or blue cheeses, and is ideally savoured with friends or alone.

Tasting Notes

A deep, luscious, medium rich Madeira; tangy with crisp fruit, excellent with dessert and cheeses.

About the Winery

Blandy's

Blandy’s Winery, steeped in over two centuries of tradition and experience, stands as a beacon of premium quality and unrivalled excellence. Nestled within Portugal’s striking Madeira region, it has been treasured by generations of discerning wine aficionados, each drawn to its complex flavours and rich legacy.

Built in 1811 by founder John Blandy, the winery takes an unyielding approach to their craft. They obsessively scrutinise every facet of production, from the cultivation of premium varietals to the stringent aging process. Their wines, nurtured in the heart of this Atlantic island, embody a harmonious fusion of old-world charm with modern innovation.

Blandy's collection of Madeira wines, are renowned for their unique flavour profiles and distinct sweetness levels. These are catered to suit various palates, ensuring a tasting experience that appeals to casual sippers and connoisseurs alike. This array of offerings has garnered Blandy’s considerable acclaim in the global wine community, cementing their place as the jewel in Madeira’s crown.

The winery itself is an historic landmark standing proud and distinguished. Housed within the walls of a 17th-century fort, it offers captivating views of the surrounding landscape and the neighbouring Funchal harbour. The Blandy family has maintained the winery's aesthetic charm and at the same time, sleekly incorporated top-tier facilities to enhance the winemaking process.

Venture inside the winery and you will find yourself in awe of the vast cellars that are home to serried ranks of ageing casks. Here, time stands still, these wooden casks hold within them the essence of Blandy's incredible wines – a rich and tantalising spectrum of aromas and flavours waiting to be discovered and savoured.

Every aspect of Blandy's Winery, from its grand exterior to the liquid elixir it produces, delivers an ambrosial experience — one that enchants the senses and leaves an indelible mark on the memory, Time spent here is an indulgence, a testament to the enduring legacy and timeless allure of Madeira wine.

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