Portugal
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Caniço, Madeira
Our Story
Justino’s Madeira Wines, established in 1870, is one of the oldest and most renowned producers and exporters of Madeira wine, known for its high-quality offerings. With a state-of-the-art facility, Justino’s replicates the historic journeys that helped shape Madeira wines.
Located in Madeira, Portugal, the winery sources grapes from 800 of the island's 1600 wine growers. The island's volcanic soil and oceanic, tropically influenced climate with high rainfall present challenges like fungal diseases and botrytis. To mitigate these, vineyards are often planted in low trellises called latada and terraced steps known as poios.
Justino’s cultivates varieties such as Malmsey, Tinta Negra Mole, Sercial, Triunfo, Complexa, Verdelho, Bual, Terrantez, and occasionally Cabernet Sauvignon. The winemaking team includes Juan Teixeira and Dina Luis. The winery emphasizes sustainability, using solar panels for heating and temperature stabilization.
Wines
10 Year Boal Madeira NV
Justino’s Madeira Wines
Madeira
The 10 year old wines from Justino's represent only 15% of their total annual harvest. Quantities are small and time is of the essence. Also made canteiro method and aged a minimum of 10 years before release. Dates, toffee, molasses.
10 Year Malvasia Madeira NV
Justino’s Madeira Wines
DOP Madeira
Justino's Madeira 10 Year Old Malvasia, from the Atlantic island of Madeira, boasts a rich history dating back to the 15th century. This wine, made from 100% Malvasia grapes, is renowned for its high quality and unique character. It features dark chocolate and cherry aromas, a sweet and richly textured palate, and a fresh acidity that balances its sweetness. Historically celebrated among aristocrats and now acclaimed worldwide, Justino's Madeira continues to be crafted using traditional methods.
10 Year Verdelho Madeira
Justino’s Madeira Wines
Madeira
100% Verdelho. Made the old fashioned way: canteiro method. Canteiro derives its name from the support beams in the winery on which the casks were historically placed for maderization. Aged a minimum of 10 years before released. Nutty, dried fig, bracing acidity.
3 Year Dry Madeira NV
Justino’s Madeira Wines
Madeira
This Tinta Negra blend is a great example of Madeira as an aperitif. Fermented in stainless steel, then undergoes the process of Estufagem following by at least 3 years aging medium sized neutral casks. Dried fruit, slightly toasty, bright acidity.
3 Year Fine Rich Madeira NV
Justino’s Madeira Wines
Madeira
Tinta Negra blend from four specific growing regions on the island. Double the g/L of Fine Dry. Made similarly. Raisins, caramel, toast.
3 Year Rainwater Madeira NV
Justino’s Madeira Wines
Madeira
A blend of all red varietals with the majority being Tinta Negra. Harvested over several weeks to ensure Rainwater consistency. Aged for an average of 3 years in neutral cask. Dried stone fruit, caramel, tangy acidity.
