Fc. Key Facts Madeira

Question 1

Madeira Climate?

Answer 1

Hot, Humid, Sub Tropical

Question 2

Madeira Grape Varieties?

Answer 2

Sercial.
Verdelho.
Bual.
Malmsey
Tinta Negro (Red Grape, Not Noble)

Question 3

Madeira, Timing of Fortification?

Answer 3

During Fermentation?

Question 4

Madeira, Maturation?

Answer 4

Heated in early stages of Maturation.
Either by Canteiros / Estufa
After / Inert or Oak barrels depending on Style / Quality

Question 5

Madeira, Key Styles

Answer 5

Varying levels of Sweetness.
Off dry to Sweet.
Depends on Grape Variety / Style.

Question 6

Madeira, Key Styles.

Age Indicated?

Answer 6

3.
5
10
15
Colheita.
Frasqueira (Vintage)