Blandy's, Terrantez, Madeira, Portugal, 1978

Overview of the Wine
Blandy’s distinguishes itself for being the only family, of all the original founders of the Madeira wine trade, which still owns and manages its own original wine company. Throughout its long history on the island, the family has played a leading role in the development of Madeira Wine. The family continues to live in Madeira, thus maintaining a tradition that dates back to 1811 - two centuries and seven generations producing excellent wines.

Grape / Blend
Terrantez

Origin
Madeira, Portugal

Winemaker's Tasting Notes
Mahogany with golden-green hue. Aromas of exotic spice, camphor, varnishes, cedar, tobacco leaf. On the palate, a sweetness turns into a sensation of spicy and dry, with a very long, fresh finish with spicy notes such as curry, saffron and burnt resinous woods.

97 Points - Wine Enthusiast
There are only a few acres of Terrantez left in the world, almost entirely on the Madeira island. This magnificent wood-aged wine is perfumed, ripe with wood-aging tannins and a bite from the spirit, and so generous and smooth at the end. Drink now. Tasted 375ml.

95 Points - Wine Spectator
Delivers toasted sesame seed, date, sandalwood, musk and baked mirabelle plum notes, which come together to create a lush, detailed offering. The finish is laced with a hazelnut husk streak, which provides a lengthy spine. Drink now. 17 cases imported.

Product size: 500ml