Module 9: Sparkling, Fortified and Sweet Wines

Port, Madeira and Vins Doux Naturels

About 30 minutesProfessional Edition

In this lesson you will

  • Explain how Port, Madeira and vins doux naturels are made, including mutage, estufagem and canteiro
  • Distinguish the ruby and tawny families of Port and the special categories within each
  • Identify Madeira's noble grapes, their sweetness and the main age categories
  • Decant, serve and store fortified wines correctly and recommend them by occasion

The full lesson, its five-question quiz and the rest of the course are open to enrolled learners.