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Volume 100 September 06 , 2022
Westbrook Wine Farm Malmsey Dearest
  • It was Thomas Jefferson's favorite dessert wine. It was Ben Franklin's favorite wine. It was the wine used to toast both the Declaration of Independence and the U.S. Constitution. Now, you too may experience the caramelized pecan and blood orange nuances of an authentically crafted and utterly satisfying fortified dessert wine.
Native to the island of Madeira and made from their Malvasia Bianca grape, Malmsey has a very long, rich and colorful history particularly in the U.S. and the British Empire. We have always had a fondness for these rare and unique wines so,


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with but seventy rare Malvasia Bianca vines in Madera (not Madeira) and ten years of barrel aging patience, we made one, true to the historical methods and type. Of course we just had to submit it to the prestigeous Sunset International Wine Competition this year and.....
We are now pleased to present you with official results for the 2022 Sunset International Wine Competition. Your standings are listed below, including the award(s) you won. In the case of Gold and Double Gold winners, you will find points awarded and judges’ comment(s).
Westbrook Wine Farm
Wine: Malmsey Dearest
Appellation: Madera County
Vineyard Designation
Award: Double Gold
Special Award(s): Best of Class
Score: 97 Points
Tasting Notes: Honey.figs

  • $300/case of twelve 50ml bottles shipped in California only
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Embrace authenticity all ye who enter here
Fait Accompli vines 2010


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