Roasted Butternut Squash Soup
Tangy acidity and nutty notes complement roasted squash.
Sercial Madeira
Tangy, nutty fortified wine for soups, nuts, and aged cheeses.
Body: lightAcidity: highSweetness: dry Grape: Sercial Region: Madeira, Portugal
About This Style
Sercial Madeira is a fortified built on Sercial from Madeira, Portugal. Expect tangy, nutty fortified wine for soups, nuts, and aged cheeses.
Pairing Principles
- High acid and nuttiness suit consommés and bisques.
- Oxidative notes complement toasted almonds.
- Avoid: very sweet desserts.
Signature Aromas
citrus peelalmondcaramel
Plays Nicely With
Bouillabaisse
Tangy acidity and nutty notes complement seafood stew.
Steer Clear Of
very sweet desserts
Label Inspiration
Blandy's 10 Year Old Sercial
Madeira, Portugal • classic
Citrus peel, almond, and caramel with tangy acidity.
Featured Dishes
Bouillabaisse
Tangy acidity and nutty notes complement seafood stew.
Roasted Butternut Squash Soup
Tangy acidity and nutty notes complement roasted squash.
French Onion Soup
Oxidative depth matches caramelized onions.
FAQ
- What foods pair best with Sercial Madeira?
- Sercial Madeira shines with Roasted Butternut Squash Soup; its structure matches the dish without overpowering it.
- How should I serve Sercial Madeira?
- Serve chilled (45–50°F) to highlight acidity and aroma without muting the palate.
- When should I avoid pouring Sercial Madeira?
- Skip it with very sweet desserts—those pairings tend to clash with its structure.
Adjacent Styles
Jerez Fino Sherry
Bone-dry fortified wine with savory umami that loves dim sum carts and lacquered duck.
Amontillado Sherry
Nutty, oxidative sherry that bridges savory and lightly sweet dishes.