Cossart Gordon Verdelho Colheita 2009 Madeira Wine
Cossart Gordon Verdelho Colheita 2009 hails from the northern vineyards of Santa Porto Moniz and Raposeira on Madeira, where volcanic soils of basalt, trachyte, tufa, slag, and conglomerate combine with Atlantic influences to create an environment of freshness and minerality. The grapes are hand-picked and selected over multiple harvest weeks to ensure optimal maturity. Aged in 650-L oak casks under the traditional canteiro system at room temperature until bottling in 2022, this Verdelho captures the classic Madeira style of elegance, depth and character
In the glass, Cossart Gordon Verdelho Colheita 2009 shows an open topaz colour with golden nuances and brilliant clarity. The nose offers an intense and characteristic bouquet, featuring exotic wood, candied fruits and iodine notes. On the palate it is medium-dry, fresh and saline, with a long spicy finish and hints of brandy and dried fruit. At 20% ABV, balanced acidity and about 62 g/L residual sugar, this Madeira is refined and rewarding—perfect with savoury courses, mild cheeses, or as a contemplative wine to enjoy on its own.
<p></p><p>The story of Henriques & Henriques, founded by João Gonçalves Henriques, dates back to 1850. After his death in 1912, a partnership was established between his two sons, Francisco Eduardo and Joaquim Henriques, which gave rise to the name Henriques & Henriques .<br />From the earliest times, Henriques & Henriques occupied a prominent place in viticulture and the art of making wine. In 1913 the family interests were constituted in a company of the family that, in 1925, began its activity like exporter of its wines to the detriment of the local supply to other exporters</p>
<p></p><p>John Blandy, the founder of Blandy’s arrived in Madeira in 1808. In 1811 he founded his own business as a wine shipper and general trader, with brothers Thomas and George, and started to set the foundation for the family and the island itself with the production of the most famous and unique wine in the world – Madeira wine</p> <p></p>
<p></p><p>The story of Henriques & Henriques, founded by João Gonçalves Henriques, dates back to 1850. After his death in 1912, a partnership was established between his two sons, Francisco Eduardo and Joaquim Henriques, which gave rise to the name Henriques & Henriques .<br />From the earliest times, Henriques & Henriques occupied a prominent place in viticulture and the art of making wine. In 1913 the family interests were constituted in a company of the family that, in 1925, began its activity like exporter of its wines to the detriment of the local supply to other exporters</p>
<p></p><p>The founders of D’Oliveiras were visionaries that saw the true value of Madeira Wine: its ability to improve over time. Therefore they started storing as much Madeira Wine as possible, letting it slowly mature inside the barrels for future generations to be able to enjoy it further. For that reason, D’Oliveiras is the only Madeira Wine company that owns Madeira Wine bottles and Barrels from as far as the 1850’s that can still be commercially purchased.</p>
<p></p><p>arbeito & Niepoort Sir Ceal 5 Years</p> <p>Made from the Sercial grape variety, this Madeira wine stems from vines growing at higher altitudes. To keep true to the Niepoort style, the grapes are harvested a little earlier. In collaboration with Ricardo Diogo, was created a wine which represents the personality of these two “Sirs” of Portuguese wine.</p>
<p></p><p>The founders of D’Oliveiras were visionaries that saw the true value of Madeira Wine: its ability to improve over time. Therefore they started storing as much Madeira Wine as possible, letting it slowly mature inside the barrels for future generations to be able to enjoy it further. For that reason, D’Oliveiras is the only Madeira Wine company that owns Madeira Wine bottles and Barrels from as far as the 1850’s that can still be commercially purchased.</p>
<p></p><p>The founders of D’Oliveiras were visionaries that saw the true value of Madeira Wine: its ability to improve over time. Therefore they started storing as much Madeira Wine as possible, letting it slowly mature inside the barrels for future generations to be able to enjoy it further. For that reason, D’Oliveiras is the only Madeira Wine company that owns Madeira Wine bottles and Barrels from as far as the 1850’s that can still be commercially purchased.</p>
<p></p><p>The total area of the island of Madeira is 732 Km2 and the extension of the Wine Region is about 500 hectares. It is a unique landscape and characterized by the rugged orography of the relief. Particular soil conditions of volcanic origin, mostly basaltic, and proximity to the sea, associated with the climatic conditions, where the summers are hot and humid and the mild winters, give the wine unique and unique characteristics</p>
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Cossart Gordon Verdelho Colheita 2009 hails from the northern vineyards of Santa Porto Moniz and Raposeira on Madeira, where volcanic soils of basalt, trachyte, tufa, slag, and conglomerate combine with Atlantic influences to create an environment of freshness and minerality. The grapes are hand-picked and selected over multiple harvest weeks to ensure optimal maturity. Aged in 650-L oak casks under the traditional canteiro system at room temperature until bottling in 2022, this Verdelho captures the classic Madeira style of elegance, depth and character
