Miles 5 Year Old Rich Madeira

Miles 5 Year Old Rich Madeira is a popular fortified wine from the island of Madeira, known for its depth of flavor and versatility. Here are some detailed insights about this wine:

Key Characteristics
Age: 5 years
Style: Rich (often sweet, with a fuller body)
Variety: Primarily made from the Tinta Negra grape, which is versatile and widely used in Madeira production.

Tasting Notes
Color: Dark amber with golden highlights
Nose: Aromas of dried fruits like raisins and figs, complemented by notes of caramel, nuts, and a touch of spice.
Palate: Rich and smooth, with flavors of toffee, molasses, dried fruits, and a hint of chocolate. The wine has a well-balanced sweetness with a fresh acidity that provides a clean finish.
Finish: Long and warming, with lingering notes of caramel and dried fruit.

Pairing Suggestions
Cheese: Strong cheeses such as blue cheese, aged Gouda, or sharp cheddar.
Desserts: Perfect with rich desserts like chocolate cake, pecan pie, or crème brûlée.
Savory: Pairs well with savory dishes that have a sweet element, such as glazed ham, roasted duck with a fruit sauce, or even foie gras.

Serving Recommendations
Temperature: Serve slightly chilled, around 12-14°C (54-57°F).
Glassware: A small to medium-sized glass, similar to those used for port or sherry, to concentrate the aromas.
Storage

Cellaring: While this Madeira can be enjoyed immediately, it can also be stored for several years. Its high acidity and fortification help preserve its quality.

After Opening: Once opened, it can last for several months if stored properly in a cool, dark place with the bottle tightly sealed.
Background

Miles Madeira is part of the Madeira Wine Company, one of the oldest and most respected producers of Madeira wine. The company has a long history dating back to 1814, and it is known for producing high-quality Madeiras that are appreciated worldwide.

MILES MADEIRA WINE
ONE OF THE BEST KNOWN AND MOST RESPECTED BRANDS IN THE WORLD
Established in 1814 on Madeira Island, and known originally as Rutherford and Grant, Miles Madeira is one of the oldest and most respected brands of Madeira wine world-wide.

In 1856 Henry Price Miles left Wales with his Mother as an infant and arrived on Madeira. Having worked as an apprentice since the age of 12 under the tutelage of James Rutherford, he acquired sound knowledge and experience of the workings of the Madeira trade.

In 1872, the Rutherfords left for London (due to Phylloxera which decimated most of the vineyards in Madeira) and started up a wine importing business at the Old Trinity House in Waterlane. This prompted Miles to purchase the company and stocks.

Latterly, Henry Price Miles made an gentleman’s agreement with Rutherford stating that any Madeira sold by them in the United Kingdom, Scandinavia, or Russia, would be bought through H. P. Miles and Co. This agreement was respected and carried out until the Rutherfords sold their firm: Rutherfords, Osborne and Perkins, to Martini Rossi in the 1960’s.

Alongside the production of wine, H. P. Miles founded the first Madeiran Brewery in 1872 called the “Atlantic Brewery”. It was through these two companies that Henry Price and his two sons, Henry Alfred and Charles Vaughan, created the Miles legacy on the Island.

After the end of The second World war, conditions in the wine trade became extremely difficult, and so Henry Alfred Miles’ son, Cecil Miles, negotiated the entry of H. P. Miles and Co. into the Madeira Wine Association.

Miles Madeira is synonymous with excellent Madeira wine and has become one of the best known and most respected brands in the world.