Madeira, 1950 Madeira Wine

Rutherford and Miles Sercial Madeira

Bottle size: 75cl

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£495.00

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Description

The *1950 Rutherford & Miles Sercial Madeira* is a rare and distinguished example of one of Madeira’s most captivating wine styles. Produced from the Sercial grape—celebrated for its dry, racy character—this wine has spent decades ageing in seasoned oak casks, allowing it to develop a remarkable balance of freshness, savoury depth, and layered complexity. Now over 70 years old, it stands as both a fascinating piece of Madeira’s winemaking history and a truly exceptional tasting experience.

In the glass, it would present a burnished amber-gold hue with glints of green at the rim, a hallmark of venerable Madeira. The nose is refined and aromatic, opening with citrus peel, dried apricot, and quince, followed by hints of toasted almond, sea breeze, and subtle notes of spice and polished wood. Each swirl of the glass reveals new aromatic layers, a testament to its long evolution in cask.

On the palate, the *1950 Rutherford & Miles Sercial* is dry, precise, and elegant, with Madeira’s signature acidity providing vibrant lift. Flavours of candied lemon, salted caramel, and hazelnut are interwoven with savoury undertones of walnut and gentle smoke. The finish is incredibly long and mouth-watering, leaving lingering impressions of citrus zest, saline minerality, and fine spice.

This is far more than a fine fortified wine—it is a living time capsule from 1950. The *Rutherford & Miles Sercial Madeira* offers a rare opportunity to taste over seven decades of patience, craftsmanship, and natural ageing, making it perfect for the most special occasions or as a centrepiece of a fine wine collection.

Condition

good level

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