Madeira: The Islands and Their Wines

Richard Mayson’s Madeira: The islands and their wines is a unique guide to a unique wine. It considers the history and geography of the islands, the vineyards and the way in which the wines are made. A guide to the current producers and their typical wines follows, along with a chapter on the shippers, with tasting notes on more than 400 wines.

Madeira is unique among wines. While heat and air cause most wines to deteriorate, they are instrumental in the ageing of Madeira, producing distinct...