Vinhos Barbeito 5.Y.O Malvasia Reserva (Sweet-Rich) Madeira

Vinhos Barbeito is one of the most forward-thinking companies on Madeira as well as being one of the youngest, being founded in the 1940's by Mário Barbeito. The company is now co-owned by a Japanese wine distributor called Kinoshita Shoji. Barbeito are attempting to redefine the popular notion of Madeira to a generally slightly drier, more food-oriented wine. As well as careful selection, long ageing and the absence of caramel, the wines are not de-acidified, so they retain much more freshness and tang than many Madeiras. At this level, Barbeito are leading the way in making complex, fine Madeiras as naturally as possible.

Malmsey remains unquestionably the most famous Madeira wine, and many would agree that a good Malmsey crowns a good meal like no other wine. Barbeito's 5 Year Old Malmsey, produced from the Malvasia grape is a luscious, sweet style. The combination with coffee, cookies or nuts is classic, as is the match with a good bitter chocolate.
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