Vintage
Whilst enjoying a glass of 1993 Malmsey last night, I was reminded of the story of the Madeira which the Duke of Wellington had brought back from the Peninsula War. The 8th Duke thought it would be fun to open it in 1953 to celebrate the Coronation. The bottles were found in the depths of the cellar, dated 1797. He said it was a remarkably good vintage.
posted by Whispering Walls at 7:21 am
3 Comments:
Do you mean the 7th Duke? The 8th succeeded his father in 1972?
Another revelation. All the more reason to drink wine sooner, rather than later.
You are correct Anon - the 8th Duke enjoyed it before he became the Duke
Yes Ellee - carpe diem
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