Dom Duarte Madeira Liqueur 17%

Origin: Madeira, Portugal

Grape Variety: Native Madeira island grapes (Malvasia, Sercial, Verdelho, Bual – traditional blend)

Color: Intense amber with golden highlights

Nose: Elegant and complex, with notes of candied orange peel, dried fruit, honey, and sweet spices. Oxidative hints typical of the *estufas* maturation process emerge, accompanied by touches of toasted wood and caramel.

Palate: Dry, smooth, and well-balanced. Flavors of dates, hazelnuts, and candied fruit meld on the palate, supported by a lively acidity and a long, warm finish. The residual sweetness is perfectly harmonized with the alcoholic structure, offering a full and persistent taste.

Alcohol content: 17% vol

Serving temperature: 12–14 °C

Pairings: Ideal as a meditation wine or aperitif. Excellent with dry pastries, fruit tarts, dried fruits, aged cheeses, or dark chocolate-based desserts. Also interesting paired with foie gras or spicy Asian cuisine.

Terroir: Produced on the island of Madeira, a volcanic archipelago off the Portuguese coast, characterized by basaltic soils and an oceanic climate. The vines are cultivated on steep terraces (*poios*) that benefit from a wide diurnal temperature range and sea breezes, giving the wines a unique freshness and sapidity.

Vinification: Dom Duarte Madeira is produced according to the traditional method for the island's fortified wines. After partial fermentation, grape spirit is added to stop fermentation and preserve some of the natural grape sugars. This is followed by the controlled heating phase in "estufas," where the wine matures, developing aromatic complexity and stability. The result is a wine with a typical oxidative character and an evolved aromatic profile.

Description: Dom Duarte 17% Madeira represents the quintessence of Portuguese fortified wine, combining tradition with harmonious flavor. Its aromas of dried fruit, caramel, and orange peel evoke the warm elegance of classic Madeiras, while its balanced structure makes it pleasant and versatile. It is a perfect wine for those wishing to discover the soul of Madeira island through an authentic and enveloping sip, capable of accompanying moments of relaxation or refined end-of-meal occasions.

Classification: Madeira DOC

Type: Fortified wine

Allergens: Contains sulphites.

Philosophy: Integrated production, respecting traditions and sustainability.

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