Justino's Madeira Fine Dry DOC

Not quite correctly labelled, but clearly classified: Justino's Madeira Fine Dry is not a port wine, but a genuine Madeira — fortified, oxidatively aged, from the Atlantic island off the coast of Morocco.

Justino's is one of the most traditional Madeira producers and is now the island's largest bottler by volume. The Fine Dry is an entry-level Madeira in the classic style: light yellow-brown, aged for around three years in used wooden barrels. The characteristic estufagem—a controlled heat treatment that gives Madeira its longevity and oxidative character—also defines this approachable expression.

In the glass: dried apricot, a hint of walnut, followed by the typical acid-driven freshness that distinguishes Madeira from other fortified wines. Dry, with a light caramel note on the finish.

• Temperature: 14–16 °C
• Occasion: Aperitif or accompaniment to tapas, olives, Manchego cheese
• Culinary uses: Pairs well with chicken liver terrine, consommé, or as an ingredient in Madeira sauces
• Drinking window: Ready to drink now, keeps for several weeks after opening.