PLEASE NOTE: This is a recurring auction. The seal number(s) you see on the photos might differ from the one(s) on your bottle(s). 1996 Justino's Colheita Boal Madeira 1 x 0.75L 2009 Justino's Colheita Boal Madeira 1 x 0.75L Justino's 10 Years Old Boal Madeira 1 x 0.75L 3 Bottles – Madeira Wine DESCRIPTION "Justino’s Madeira Wines, S.A." was formed as a limited company in 1953, although it had been in existence since 1870 in Madeira as a private family company, when it was known as "Justino Henriques". This makes it one of the oldest producers and exporters of Madeira Wine, internationally known for the quality of its wines. In 1993, it became internationalized, making an association with one of the larger French groups of wine and spirit distribution – C.O.F.E.E.P also knows as La Martiniquaise - building a new winery with the intention of improving the conditions in which its wines are made, in particular the process of vinification, production and aging. This large, modern and functional winery has been equipped so as to combine traditional methods with the most advanced technology available. Today, Justino’s Madeira holds one of the largest stocks of Madeira wine on the island, including high quality wines aged in oak casks, which enables the company to meet the requirement of the most demanding and selective consumers. Over the years, Justino’s Madeira Wines, S.A. has become one of the leading producers and exporters of Madeira Wine thanks to the acknowledged quality of its wines and the substantial increase in its production capacity. WINEMAKERS: Dina Luís, Juan Teixeira & Flávia Rosário. 1996 Justino's Colheita Boal Madeira 1 x 0.75L 2009 Justino's Colheita Boal Madeira 1 x 0.75L AWARDS/RECOMMENDATIONS 96 Points, Gold Medal, Decanter World Wine Awards (1996 Vintage) 95 Points, Gold Medal, International Wine & Spirit Competition (1996 Vintage) 93 Points, Vinum Magazine (2009 Vintage) 92 Points, International Wine Challenge (2009 Vintage) Grand Gold Medal, Portugal Wine Trophy (1996 Vintage) Gold Medal, Concurso International de Vinos Bacchus (1996 Vintage) Gold Medal, Japan Women’s Wine Awards (1996 Vintage) WINE VARIETIES: Boal (100%). VINIFICATION Manual harvest, with qualitative selection, over several weeks depending on the state of maturation. Total stalking, crushing and pressing. Open spout winemaking. Fermented entirely in stainless steel vats. Interruption of fermentation by adding wine alcohol (96º). Addition of wine alcohol made after 4 - 5 days of fermentation to maintain the desired amount of sugars. Winemaking using traditional methods. Aged using the traditional Canteiro system, in French and American oak barrels of different capacities. 1996 TASTING NOTES Attractive and bright amber color. Intense aromas reminiscent of orange peel, dried fruit and caramel. In the mouth, medium sweet, with aromas of nuts and spices. Very balanced with an elegant and long finish. 2009 TASTING NOTES Christmas cake, burnt caramel orange blossom, candied fruit with balanced acidity and a warm savoury finish. The Boal variety (Malvasia Fina in mainland Portugal) produces semi-sweet, medium-bodied and rich wines, which are highly appreciated for their acidity/sweetness balance and their characteristic aroma acquired during aging in casks. This Colheita Boal 2009 corresponds to a year that proved capable of highlighting, not only the characteristics of the grape variety, but also the impact of on-site aging. A distinct Madeira, with passion, soul and a lot of heart. SERVING Excellent when served with cheeses, tropical fruits, cakes, custard tarts, fruit tarts, butter cookies and berries. As an aperitif, serve at a temperature of 10ºC; as a dessert wine, serve at 16ºC. Justino's 10 Years Old Boal Madeira 1 x 0.75L AWARDS/RECOMMENDATIONS 91 Points, Revista Adega 89 Points, International Wine Challenge 88 Points, Fallstaff 88 Points, Wine Spectator 17 Points, Jancis Robinson Gold Medal, Frankfurt International Trophy Gold Medal, TEXSOM International Wine Awards Gold Medal, Vinalies Internationales WINE VARIETIES: Boal (100%). VINIFICATION Total stalking, crushing and pressing. Winemaking in an open spout. Fermented entirely in a stainless steel tank with controlled temperature and pumping times. Interruption of fermentation by adding 96% wine alcohol. Addition of wine alcohol made after 6 - 7 days of fermentation in order to maintain the desired amount of sugars. Vinification done according to traditional methods. Aged using the traditional Canteiro system, in French and American oak casks of different capacities. TASTING NOTES Wine with an attractive and bright deep amber color. Intense aromas reminiscent of dark chocolate, molasses and caramel. Medium sweet in the mouth, it presents with complex aromas and flavors of dried fruits, spices and nuts. SERVING It goes well with cheeses, tropical fruit, cakes, cream cakes, fruit tarts, butter biscuits and red fruits. Store in an upright position, in a cool, dry place, protected from light and temperature fluctuations. Serve at a temperature between 15ºC and 18ºC. Consume in moderation.