Malvasia Candida

'Malvasia' is a word that is associated with a myriad of different grape varieties and is a corruption of 'Monemvasia', a port in southern Greece that in the Middle Ages became a main trading town for dessert wines from aound the Mediterranean, especially Crete which was, in those days, called 'Candia.'

Malvasia Candida is a form of the grape that was, before phylloxera wiped it out, the most commonly grown variety on the island of Madeira where it is again gaining ground once more.

Characteristics: High in alcohol and sweetness

Where is it found? Madeira

Wines associated: Malmsey

Food matches: Fruit cake, Christmas Pudding, Cheddar cheese

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