Charleston Sercial Madeira Special Reserve Opener The primary flavors of Cardamaro

The primary flavors of Cardamaro are cardoon and blessed thistle

The palate delivers a long

14% Cabernet Sauvignon and 1% Carmenère

it's just flat-out sweet

Charleston Sercial Madeira Special Reserve Opener The primary flavors of CardamaroProducers Notes: The Rare Wine Co. Sercial is the driest of the Madeira grapes. While there is still a hint of sweetness, as well as richness given the extended ageing and glycerine in the wine, the main characteristic is acidity, wonderful, jolting, intense acidity. While most desserts are out of the question with the Charleston Sercial, it still makes for a fine after dinner wine or a wonderful foil to a variety of dinner dishes.