Blandy'sDuke of Clarence Rich NV

Name: Duke of Clarence Rich
Brand: Blandy's
SKU: VIN-004861
Price: 17.7 GBP
Availability: InStock

Product code: 4861

£17.70 inc VAT

Fortified Wine from
Madeira, Portugal

Country: Portugal

Region: Madeira

Type: Fortified Wine

Winery: Blandy's

Alcohol: 19%

Volume: 750 ml

Winemaker: Francisco Albuquerque

Grape: Tinta Negra

Grape: 100% Tinta Negra

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Country: Portugal

Region: Madeira

Type: Fortified Wine

Winery: Blandy's

Alcohol: 19%

Volume: 750 ml

Winemaker: Francisco Albuquerque

Grape: Tinta Negra

Grape: 100% Tinta Negra

Product Notes

Blandy's Duke of Clarence Rich wine is a delightful fortified Madeira, offering a tantalisingly complex profile. It has a vibrant amber hue and an inviting aroma, which effuses notes of dried fruits, toffee, and spices. On the palate, it unfolds a rich, full-bodied experience layered with nuances of caramel, raisin and walnut. A fine balance of sweetness and acidity lends it a pleasingly smooth finish. Each mouthful of this exquisitely crafted wine indeed profiles a vivid tapestry of flavours. Appreciated for its warm, luscious character, Duke of Clarence is perfect to savour after dinner or accompanying a cheese board.

Tasting Notes

Deep golden brown color with honey and raisins on the nose, rich full bodied and soft textured; a great after dinner drink.

About the Winery

Blandy’s Winery, steeped in over two centuries of tradition and experience, stands as a beacon of premium quality and unrivalled excellence. Nestled within Portugal’s striking Madeira region, it has been treasured by generations of discerning wine aficionados, each drawn to its complex flavours and rich legacy.

Built in 1811 by founder John Blandy, the winery takes an unyielding approach to their craft. They obsessively scrutinise every facet of production, from the cultivation of premium varietals to the stringent aging process. Their wines, nurtured in the heart of this Atlantic island, embody a harmonious fusion of old-world charm with modern innovation.

Blandy's collection of Madeira wines, are renowned for their unique flavour profiles and distinct sweetness levels. These are catered to suit various palates, ensuring a tasting experience that appeals to casual sippers and connoisseurs alike. This array of offerings has garnered Blandy’s considerable acclaim in the global wine community, cementing their place as the jewel in Madeira’s crown.

The winery itself is an historic landmark standing proud and distinguished. Housed within the walls of a 17th-century fort, it offers captivating views of the surrounding landscape and the neighbouring Funchal harbour. The Blandy family has maintained the winery's aesthetic charm and at the same time, sleekly incorporated top-tier facilities to enhance the winemaking process.

Venture inside the winery and you will find yourself in awe of the vast cellars that are home to serried ranks of ageing casks. Here, time stands still, these wooden casks hold within them the essence of Blandy's incredible wines – a rich and tantalising spectrum of aromas and flavours waiting to be discovered and savoured.

Every aspect of Blandy's Winery, from its grand exterior to the liquid elixir it produces, delivers an ambrosial experience — one that enchants the senses and leaves an indelible mark on the memory, Time spent here is an indulgence, a testament to the enduring legacy and timeless allure of Madeira wine.

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