Discover the history, tradition, and excellence of Madeira wine at the iconic Blandy’s Wine Lodge, a leading enotourism destination in the heart of Funchal.
Discover thehistory, tradition, andexcellenceof Madeira wineattheiconicBlandy’sWineLodge, a leadingenotourismdestination in theheartof Funchal.
Located in a historicbuilding in thecity centre, Blandy’sWineLodgeisoneofthemostemblematicplaces for thosewishing to diveintothefascinatingworldof Madeira wine.
Thisformerannexofthe São Francisco Monastery, datingback to the 17th century, hashousedtheheartoftheBlandyfamily’swine business for sevengenerations, makingitoneofthemostprestigiouswineriesontheisland.
Theguided tours atBlandy’sWineLodge are a journeythrough time, offeringvisitorsanin-depthunderstandingof Madeira wineproduction, fromvine to wine. Accompaniedbybrandambassadors, guests explore theageingwarehouses, where more than 650 casksstorethefinestwines, andwitnessthecraftsmanshipofthecooperage, anessentialart in the Madeira wine-makingprocess. Duringthe tour, visitorsalsohavetheopportunity to visittheBlandy’smuseum, whichshowcasesartifactsandhistoricaldocumentsthatnarratethehistoryofthefamily, thecompany, and Madeira itself.
For thoselooking to take theexperienceevenfurther, guidedvisits to Blandy’svineyards are alsoavailable. Theseimmersive tours allowvisitors to explore theisland’suniqueterroir, discoverthegrapevarietiesbehindthewines, andgain a deeperunderstandingofthechallengesandbeautyofMadeiranviticulture. Surroundedbystunninglandscapes, thevineyard tours perfectlycomplementtheBlandy’sWineLodgeexperience, offering a rareconnection to theoriginsofthewines.
Attheendofeach tour, whetheratthelodgeor in thevineyards, guests are invited to enjoy exclusive tastings, a uniqueopportunity to sample some ofthefinestandmosthistoric vintages ofthisexceptionalfortifiedwine.
For thoseseeking a more personalisedexperience, privatetastings are available in the Frasqueira Room, home to Blandy’srarestandoldest Madeira wines.
In addition to tours andtastings, Blandy’sWineLodgeoffers exclusive eventroomsandtwoshops, wherewineenthusiasts can purchase exclusive bottles, brandedmerchandise, andlocal souvenirs.
Whether for specialevents, winetastings, orsimply to immerseyourself in therichhistoryandcultureof Madeira, Blandy’sWineLodgeis a must-visitdestination for anyonevisitingtheisland. Open sevendays a week, thisiconicwineryoffersanunforgettableexperience for allwhoappreciatewineandMadeirantradition.
Don't miss: Guided tours, winetastings, exclusive shops, specialevents, andthe chance to tastehistory in everyglass!
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