{"product_id":"1971-henriques-henriques-garrafeira-sercial-madeira-750ml","title":"1971 Henriques \u0026 Henriques Garrafeira Sercial Madeira 750ml","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"353\" data-end=\"725\"\u003eFounded in 1850, \u003cstrong data-start=\"394\" data-end=\"419\"\u003eHenriques \u0026amp; Henriques\u003c\/strong\u003e is one of Madeira’s most historic and esteemed producers, renowned for its century-spanning tradition of crafting age-defying fortified wines. Unlike many houses, H\u0026amp;H has long owned its own vineyards, giving full control over quality and style — a hallmark of its reputation for precision and longevity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"727\" data-end=\"1092\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"727\" data-end=\"741\"\u003eWine Style\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"741\" data-end=\"744\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"744\" data-end=\"753\"\u003eSercial\u003c\/em\u003e is the driest and most ethereal style of Madeira, prized for its tension, lifted aromatics, and extraordinary acidity. The 1971 vintage represents a half-century of slow, oxidative ageing in oak casks before release — a remarkable example of how Madeira can transcend time, evolving in complexity while retaining its hallmark freshness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1094\" data-end=\"1449\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1094\" data-end=\"1118\"\u003eVintage \u0026amp; Maturation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1118\" data-end=\"1121\"\u003eThe 1971 harvest was considered exceptional on the island, producing wines of vibrant structure and finesse. This \u003cem data-start=\"1235\" data-end=\"1252\"\u003eVintage Sercial\u003c\/em\u003e spent decades maturing in seasoned oak casks under the canteiro system, gently concentrating through natural evaporation and developing layers of nutty, citrus, and saline depth before bottling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1451\" data-end=\"1827\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1451\" data-end=\"1468\"\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1468\" data-end=\"1471\"\u003eAmber-gold in colour, the 1971 \u003cem data-start=\"1502\" data-end=\"1519\"\u003eSercial Vintage\u003c\/em\u003e opens with intense aromas of candied orange peel, toasted almond, sea spray, and fine varnish. The palate is piercingly fresh yet deeply savoury, offering flavours of dried citrus, hazelnut, and caramelised fig balanced by crystalline acidity. The finish is endless — dry, elegant, and hauntingly complex.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1829\" data-end=\"2124\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1829\" data-end=\"1854\"\u003eTechnical Information\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1854\" data-end=\"1857\"\u003eRegion: Madeira, Portugal\u003cbr data-start=\"1882\" data-end=\"1885\"\u003eProducer: Henriques \u0026amp; Henriques\u003cbr data-start=\"1916\" data-end=\"1919\"\u003eGrape Variety: Sercial\u003cbr data-start=\"1941\" data-end=\"1944\"\u003eVintage: 1971\u003cbr data-start=\"1957\" data-end=\"1960\"\u003eAlcohol: ~20%\u003cbr data-start=\"1973\" data-end=\"1976\"\u003eMaturation: Over 40 years in seasoned oak under the canteiro method\u003cbr data-start=\"2043\" data-end=\"2046\"\u003eClosure: Cork\u003cbr data-start=\"2059\" data-end=\"2062\"\u003eServing Temperature: 12–14°C\u003cbr data-start=\"2090\" data-end=\"2093\"\u003eDrinking Window: Now to 2060+\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2126\" data-end=\"2438\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2126\" data-end=\"2152\"\u003eA Collector’s Treasure\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2152\" data-end=\"2155\"\u003eThe 1971 \u003cem data-start=\"2164\" data-end=\"2203\"\u003eHenriques \u0026amp; Henriques Sercial Vintage\u003c\/em\u003e is a masterwork of patience and tradition — a timeless expression of Madeira’s endurance and grace. Bottles from this era are rare and highly sought after, offering a taste of living history for the serious collector or connoisseur.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vic Liquors Pty Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47060230602987,"sku":"SK6901c8ecc55ed","price":799.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0780\/1022\/0779\/files\/1971_Henriques_Henriques_Sercial_Vintage_750ml.png?v=1763079478","url":"https:\/\/lionscellar.com.au\/products\/1971-henriques-henriques-garrafeira-sercial-madeira-750ml","provider":"Lion's Cellar","version":"1.0","type":"link"}