COLOUR
Other
TYPE
Fortified
VINTAGE
N/A
GRAPE
Malvasia
PRODUCER
Justino's Madeira Wines
REGION
Madeira
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Full
Sweetness
Sweet
Acidity
Medium
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Justino's Madeira Malvasia 10 Years Old is a sweet, fortified wine from the Madeira DOC in Portugal, produced by Justino's Madeira Wines, a company with a history dating back to 1870. The wine is primarily made from the Malvasia grape and is aged using the traditional Canteiro system for an average of 10 years. This method involves maturing the wine in oak barrels, often exposed to gentle heat, contributing to its distinctive character. Justino's is recognized for its significant stocks of Madeira wine and its commitment to traditional winemaking practices.
ALCOHOL
19.0%
AVG. PRICE
€41
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
18-20°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Madeira wines are known for their incredible longevity, often outlasting other fortified wines.
Fact 02
The Canteiro aging method involves exposing wine to gentle heat, mimicking the island's climate.
Fact 03
Malvasia is one of the four noble grapes of Madeira, known for producing rich, sweet wines.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
Justino's Madeira Malvasia 10 Years Old is produced through a process of fortification, where fermentation is halted by the addition of grape spirit to achieve a specific sweetness level. The wine then undergoes a minimum of 10 years of aging in oak barrels using the Canteiro system. This traditional method involves controlled exposure to heat, which facilitates a slow oxidative process. This aging technique is crucial in developing the complex aromas and flavors characteristic of well-aged Madeira wines.
