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Henriques Madeira Rainwater

Henriques Madeira Rainwater

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ABOUT TINTA NEGRA
Formerly known as Tinta Negra Mole, Tinta Negra is by far the most widely planted grape on the island, accounting for more than 85% of the total hectares planted (485 ha). Long-prized by growers for its generous yields and adaptability to a wide array of growing conditions, and by winemakers for its chameleon-like expression, producing wines ranging from seco to doce. It forms the basis of all entry-level madeiras which undergo estufagem, but in recent decades winemakers have sought to explore and elevate this ‘workhorse grape’, and it was included in ‘Recommended Varieties’ (castas recomendadas) in 2015, for the first time permitting its name to appear on madeira labels. H&H (with several other producers) has been in the vanguard of its reassessment, producing three colheitas and the island’s first 50-Year Tinta Negra.

TASTING NOTES
The H&H Rainwater 3-Year Madeira is notable for its firmer, more concentrated style, one that nevertheless maintains the balance, delineation and delicate felicity that has made Rainwater an American classic. Crème brûlée, almond, orange zest and sea spray-equal parts elegance freshness and confident force. Excellent as an aperitif, but with many additional possibilities at the table and on the bar.

PAIRING RECOMMENDATIONS
At the table: with salmon, swordfish or game birds; savory soups and seafood chowders; nuts and hard cheeses. On the bar: it plays well with a wide variety of different spirits, lending elegance to rum, tequila, mezcal and whiskeys of all types.