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What is Madeira: One of the best sweet wines in the world!
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What is Madeira: One of the best sweet wines in the world!

Introduction to Madeira Wine

In this video, the host introduces Madeira wine and its history. The video covers the process of making Madeira wine, its popularity among colonial Americans, and the different styles of Madeira wine.

History of Madeira Wine

  • Madeira is a fortified wine made on the island of Madeira.
  • The island was settled by the Portuguese in the 1400s and became an important port for exploring ships headed to the New World.
  • Founding fathers like George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, and John Hancock used to order this by boatload.

Making of Madeira Wine

  • Madeira is a fortified wine with extra alcohol added to it (up to 20% alcohol by volume).
  • The heat from the hold of the ship cooked the line which changed its character in flavor for better.

Styles of Madeira Wine

  • There are four main styles ranging from off-dry to super sweet.
  • Rainwater is one style that is somewhere in between off-dry and very sweet.
  • Madeira has flavors such as apples, apricots, cinnamon spices, toasted nuts, and even honey.

Overall, this video provides an introduction to Madeira wine including its history, how it's made and popular styles.

Video description

If any wine can be considered Presidential, it would be Madeira! This wine was present at the signing of the Declaration of Independence. It was the choice of our founding fathers by the boatload. Learn a little about it and what it tastes like here, and don't forget to VOTE on this election day! For regular wine & spirits tips like these and more, subscribe to the Wine Living channel! I deliver quick and easy tips that demystify the world of alcoholic beverages for the new and curious drinker. Join us on Social Media: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MarcSupsicsW... Twitter: https://twitter.com/ms_wineliving Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thewinerebel/ Website: http://www/wineliving.info Music is via Creative Commons, "Cherry" courtesy of Josh Woodward. Check him out here: https://www.joshwoodward.com