The Wine Tours Madeira Blog is a space dedicated to Madeira wine, local gastronomy and the traditions that shape the island’s wine culture. Here we share practical guides, background information and local insights that add context to our tours and experiences.
Our articles are written to help travellers understand Madeira beyond the surface – from vineyards and producers to festivals, tasting traditions and regional flavours.
Madeira Wine History: How Britain Shaped the Island’s Wine
September 16, 2026
Records place the first shipment of Madeira wine to England in 1456, 37 years after the island was
The History of Madeira Wine in America
September 16, 2026
Madeira was the most important wine in colonial America. For much of the 18th century, the American and
How Madeira Wine Is Made — From Vineyard to Glass
September 16, 2026
Madeira wine is fortified with grape spirit, then aged with heat and oxygen for at least three years.
Food & Wine Walking Tour or Full Day Wine Tour: Which Is Right for You?
September 2, 2026
These aren’t two versions of the same wine tour. The Full Day Wine Tour is built around the
Madeira Wine Tasting: A Complete Guide for Visitors
August 13, 2026
Madeira wine tasting means trying four fortified styles — Sercial, Verdelho, Bual and Malmsey — that run from
