After 1874, a vine pest, brought from America (Phylloxera vastatrix), completely destroyed the vines in Madeira. So this bottle contains Madeira from the last remaining Madeira root stock.
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| Size | 75 cl |
|---|---|
| Vintage | 1874 |
| Alcohol | 20.0 % |
| Bottled | 1897 |
| Fill level | Top shoulder |
| Maturation | Vintage |
Madeira
The island of Madeira has been producing and exporting its namesake wine virtually since the Portuguese discovered it in 1419. Since then, Madeira’s location in the middle of important trade routes meant the success of its wines mirrored the worldwide geopolitical situation. The fortified wine’s fortunes have soared during times of peace, prosperity, and free trade and plummeted during conflict and international upheaval.
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Harry Payne Whitney
Harry Payne Whitney (April 29, 1872 – October 26, 1930) was an American businessman, thoroughbred horse breeder, and member of the prominent Whitney family.
