Blandy's Madeira Medium Rich is a classic and expressive Madeira wine from Blandy's, one of the oldest and most respected producers on the island of Madeira, Portugal. Named in honour of the historic connection between Madeira and the British royal family (the Duke of Cumberland visits historically linked to the island's wine trade), this Medium Rich style strikes a perfect balance between fresh sweetness and vibrant acidity - a hallmark of fine Madeiras that has delighted generations of wine lovers.
Madeira's unique production involves robust fortification and a deliberate ageing process under gentle heat and oxidation, which gives its wines extraordinary depth, complexity, and longevity. Blandy's Duke of Cumberland captures the very essence of this tradition: accentuated fruit richness tempered by zesty lift, deep aromatic layers, and a warming, salty-bracing energy that echoes the island's Atlantic breezes and volcanic soils.
Tasting Notes
Appearance:
Richer amber-gold with luminous highlights, glowing with concentrated intensity.
Aroma:
Deep and inviting, showing baked orange peel, dried apricot, fig, and roasted nut aromas, harmonised with hints of toffee, caramel, warm spice, and a subtle smoky edge.
Palate:
Medium-rich in style - opulent yet balanced. Flavours of mandarin, quince, stewed fruit, brown sugar, and roasted almond emerge alongside a touch of spice and minerality. The wine's acidity brings vivacity that lifts the richer elements, keeping the palate energetic rather than cloying.
Finish:
Long and lingering, with a warm, satisfying echo of spice, citrus twist, and gentle sweetness balanced by bright acidity.
