Quinta das Malvas
Located in the center of Funchal, Quinta das Malvas favors a “city vineyards” concept. Home to the vineyards that give life to the famous Madeira Wine, produced by the illustrious Blandy family. Located in the city center, this private property owned by the Blandy family is a testament to the winemaking tradition that shaped Madeira's reputation as a producer of excellent wines.
Discover the urban vineyards that thrive in the heart of the city, giving rise to high-quality grape varieties that are transformed into the famous Madeira liqueur wine. On a walk through the vineyards, with Emily Blandy, a descendant of the family, learn about the peculiar cultivation process adapted to this unique urban environment, and the importance of this Quinta in preserving the winemaking tradition in Madeira.
Tasting 1
Blandy’s 5 year old Verdelho, 10 year old Verdelho & Verdelho Colheita Blandy’s 5 year old Bual, 10 year old Bual & 15 year old Bual
Pairing:
9-month cured Azorean cheese, toasted cashew, crackers, selection of Madeira biscuits, traditional “bolo de mel”, crystallized orange peel dipped in dark chocolate
Tasting 2
Blandy’s 10 year old blends of Sercial, Verdelho, Bual & Malmsey
Pairing:
Grilled cashew, 9-month cured Azorean cheese, traditional bolo de mel, dark chocolate and crackers
Wine tasting with Private Chef Lunch
Tasting 1 + private chef 6 moments menu with white/red wine pairing
Booking Conditions
- Minimum 2 pax / maximum 15 pax.
- Tuesdays to Fridays
- Starting time at 11H30
- Estimated duration of wine tasting 2H
- Included: private guide + tasting
- Tasting 1:Price per PAX (min 2 PAX) = 100€
- Tasting 2:Price per PAX (min 2 PAX) = 70€
- Tasting + chef’s experience (min 2 PAX)= 320€ P/PAX