September — 2014 “Aged Madeira can be prohibitively expensive. Bottles over $200 are not at all uncommon. Fortunately, The Rare Wine Co. in partnership with the great Madeira producer Vinhos Barbeito, has created an accessibly priced line of historic Madeiras ... These wines are all wonderful for the holiday season and have myriad flavors, including cinnamon, maple syrup, citrus, wood and cloves, along with firm acidity and maritime salinity. This was my gateway into the world of Madeira ... there are few other options that compare.”