Madeira

The Madeira Wine Company was founded in 1913. In 1925 Blandy and Leacock joined the company thus forming a formidable group of top quality Madeira producers. In 1989 the Symington family became partners in the firm with the Blandy family. Their unrivalled winemaking and marketing experience combined with a worldwide distribution network enabled the Madeira Wine Company to meet the challenges of modern markets. We are also listing a range of Madeiras from Henriques & Henriques. Since the 15th century the Henriques, were the largest landowners in the Câmara de Lobos area. It was here that the first vines were planted by Zarco between 1420-1425 when he settled in the small natural harbour. The initial planting was made on the slopes of Pico da Torre, which belonged to the Henriques, and up the rift valleys of Estreito de Câmara de Lobos and Quinta Grande, which are traditionally considered to produce the best Madeiras. Henriques & Henriques is now the largest independent producer and shipper of Madeira Wines and the only Madeira House who owns vineyards.