Episode 54: Madeira (Supernatural Wine for Halloween) - Drink Bravely with Mark Oldman

Filming at a stately but spooky library somewhere in Massachusetts, Mark Oldman explains why Madeira is the ultimate wine for a supernatural occasion like a seance or Halloween. Its unique toffee-and-citrus taste is positively haunting.

Featured wine:
D'Oliveira Sercial Madeira 1969 (Portugal, $125)

Other marvelous Madeira:
Barbeito Bual Madeira 1863 ($545)
Barbeito Sercial Madeira 1978 ($125)
D'Oliveira Terrantez Madeira 1988 ($90)
Rare Wine Company Historic Series Boston Bual Madeira ($45)

Note: good vintage Madeira is in short supply, so remember to ask your favorite wine merchant. Also visit Madeira specialist Rare Wine Company here:
www.rarewineco.com

Follow Mark:
-Twitter: @MarkOldman
-Facebook: www.facebook.com/wetakem

The buzz on OLDMAN'S BRAVE NEW WORLD OF WINE:

2011 Winner Georges Duboeuf BEST WINE BOOK OF THE YEAR Award

"The perfect book for someone who's just caught the bug, or would like to"
-Jay McInernery, The Wall Street Journal

"For those looking to expand their vinous palates, Mark leads the way"
-Publishers Weekly

"You will cherish this book...Mark has a clear head, cool eye, and experienced palate"
-Huffington Post

"Amazing, hilarious, fascinating...a must for anyone who likes wine"
-Marie Clare

"Poosh It!"

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