Barbeito Verdelho 50 y old
Region: Madeira
Producer: Vinhos Barbeito
An exceptionally rare, very old Verdelho from Barbeito's reserves — a textbook example of how Madeira can age for decades without losing its freshness. Deep amber in colour, with complex notes of dried fruit, nuts and a smoky, mineral undertone. Lively and concentrated, with a very long, dry finish.| Volume | 75.0 cl. |
| Grape Variety | Verdelho |
| Drinking window | Ready to drink; a rare, very old wine that keeps for months after opening if stored cool and dry. |
| Serveren bij | Excellent enjoyed on its own as an aperitif, or as a wine for quiet contemplation after a meal. Serve between 12-14°C. |
| Alc. | 19.0% |
| Vinification | Verdelho grapes are pressed and fermented; fermentation is stopped at the medium-dry level by adding wine spirit, following the traditional Madeira method. |
| Ripening | Blended from reserve wines with an average age of 50 years, aged in oak casks in Barbeito's cellars in Funchal. |