The Henriques & Henriques Finest Medium Rich 5 Year Old NV (500ml) is a smooth and approachable fortified wine from Madeira, Portugal, offering a balanced expression of the island’s traditional winemaking style. Aged for five years, this medium-rich Madeira combines gentle sweetness with refreshing acidity and subtle oak-influenced complexity. The nose reveals inviting aromas of dried raisins, caramelised orange peel, toasted almonds and ripe figs, complemented by hints of toffee, warm cinnamon, roasted nuts and delicate woody spice.
On the palate, it is medium-bodied with a rounded, gently sweet texture balanced by Madeira’s characteristic lively acidity. Flavours of dried apricot, orange marmalade, caramel and roasted hazelnuts unfold alongside subtle notes of brown sugar, baking spices and toasted oak. The sweetness remains well integrated, allowing the wine’s bright citrus character and savoury undertones to provide freshness and definition. The finish is smooth, warming and pleasantly persistent, leaving lingering impressions of dried fruit, caramelised nuts and gentle spice.
Ben’s Recommendation:
At Wine More Cellars, this is an excellent introduction to medium-rich Madeira for customers who appreciate fortified wines with balanced sweetness, nutty complexity and refreshing acidity. The Henriques & Henriques Finest Medium Rich 5 Year Old offers an accessible expression of Madeira’s traditional aged character, presented in a convenient 500ml bottle. Ready to enjoy now, with no additional cellaring required, although its fortified structure allows for further storage under suitable conditions. Best served slightly chilled at 12–14°C to highlight its aromatic richness and balanced freshness. Particularly well suited to warm apple crumble, caramelised pear tart, toasted walnut cake, aged cheddar, roasted chestnuts or traditional fruit pudding.
