D'Oliveiras Madeira, 1966 Madeira Wine

Verdelho Madeira

Bottle size: 75cl

ABV: 20%

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Description

D’Oliveira Verdelho Madeira 1966 is a stunning example of the age-worthy magic of Madeira and a benchmark for the Verdelho style. Produced by Pereira d’Oliveira, one of the most revered and traditional houses on the island, this wine was aged in old oak casks in their Funchal lodges for decades before bottling — a slow, oxidative ageing process that concentrates the wine’s flavors while maintaining remarkable freshness and balance.

Verdelho sits stylistically between the drier Sercial and the sweeter Bual and Malmsey styles, offering a medium-dry profile that is both vibrant and complex. By the time the 1966 vintage was bottled (often in the early 2000s), the wine had developed a deep amber hue with greenish tinges at the rim. The nose is beautifully aromatic, with notes of dried citrus peel, roasted nuts, salted caramel, sea spray, baking spices, and a touch of smoky minerality. On the palate, it’s electric — with intense acidity, layers of citrus and dried fruit, and a taut, saline finish that lingers for minutes.

One of the key hallmarks of D’Oliveira wines is their balance of richness and structure, and the 1966 Verdelho exemplifies this perfectly. It’s powerful, yet lifted. Rich, but never cloying. The acidity acts like a spine, keeping the wine lively despite its age. Each sip evolves, making it a wine to be savored slowly — ideal for quiet contemplation or to impress serious wine lovers. Because it was aged so long in cask, it is incredibly stable in bottle and can last for months once opened.

In terms of value, the 1966 D’Oliveira Verdelho offers remarkable quality. Like most D’Oliveira wines, it’s released only when fully mature and is ready to drink upon purchase. Serve it slightly chilled in a small white wine or dessert wine glass, and pair it with roasted almonds, savory pastries, or hard cheeses — or simply enjoy it as a striking standalone experience.

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