1978 Justinos Terrantez Vintage Madeira - medium dry
€ 540.00
| Producer | Justino's |
| Region | Madeira |
| Grapes | Terrantez |
| Ageing | At least 20 years in cask (Frasqueira) |
| Alcohol | 19%vol | pH: 3.26 |
| Serving | 18°C |
| Scores | 95/100 Jamie Goode |
A 1978 Terrantez: walnut, hazelnut and sublime length.
Tasting note
Deep amber with a subtle hint of green. A very elegant nose of walnut and hazelnut with mineral touches. Full and powerful, medium dry, with a long finish of dried fruit, vanilla and invigorating acidity. Simply sublime.
The story
Terrantez is one of the oldest grape varieties in the world. The vines give very low yields but grapes and wines of high quality. As there is little incentive on Madeira to plant new Terrantez, these wines have become rare.
Food pairing
Walnut bread with Manchego and Spanish ham such as jamón serrano. Roast duck with a dark chocolate sauce.
Critics & Awards
95/100 Jamie Goode
Gold (Best in Class) – International Wine & Spirit Competition 2008
Gold – International Wine Challenge 2015 and 2014
Gold – Challenge International du Vin 2009
Silver – International Wine Challenge 2008
Gold – International Wine Challenge 2015 and 2014
Gold – Challenge International du Vin 2009
Silver – International Wine Challenge 2008
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