Charleston Sercial Madeira, The Rare Wine Company Historic Series
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Charleston Sercial Madeira, The Rare Wine Company Historic Series

Item # 12277 750mL

Charleston Sercial celebrates the refined, delicate Madeiras that the 18th and 19th Century Charlestonians prized. Like any great Sercial, this miraculously balances power and delicacy. With its nutty, tangy flavors, it is not only a wonderful apéritif; it's also great with many foods.
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Color
White
Country
Portugal
Region
Madeira
Producer
Rare Wine Company
Grape Variety
Sercial
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Staff Pick Notes

What an impressive example of classic Madeira! Slightly sweet with a deep amber colour. A bit reminiscent of an Amontillado sherry with a rich full seductive nutty nose and hints of petrol, tamarind and coco. This is followed on the pallet by more tamarind and coco, along with a touch vanilla, hazelnut, cinnamon, and all spice. It has a long bright finish, brimming with acidity that begs for another sip.

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Glossary

Portugal

The Dão and the Douro are the most important regions as far as red Portuguese table wine is concerned. Douro wines tend to be a bit fuller and fleshier than their Dão counterparts, which are generally lighter and higher in acidity. Reds from both regions are dense, rustic, and well-balanced. They also show their terroir quite clearly, and represent a great alternative to the modern fruit-driven style. Vinho Verde is Portugal’s most famous white wine. Literally translated as "green wine," it...

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