96 Points James Suckling
Dense and rich with a wide spectrum of baked apricot, caramelized orange and dried date character. And behind this is a huge structure with great acidity that keeps it very straight on the expansive yet energetic palate. Stunning length and nutty complexity at super-long finish. Drink or hold.
94 Points Vinous
The NV New York Malmsey Special Reserve Madeira is a delight. Caramel, dried fig, burnt sugar, menthol, coffee and holiday spice cake develop nicely in the glass. Soft contours wrap it all together in style. This is an extremely versatile Madeira, one that is both delicious on its own and that will drink well alongside anything, savory or sweet. The style is on the richer side. I loved it.
93 Points Wine Enthusiast
The sweetest and richest in the Historic series, the New York Malmsey unfolds slowly in the glass, gradually revealing layers of depth and flavor. Coffee, toffee and date notes emerge, followed by earthy, almost truffley flavors. Powerful and assertive on the long finish.
91 Points Wine Spectator
Rich and spicy, with a creamy texture and plenty of buttery notes to the dried apricot and roasted pineapple flavors. Smoke and cedary accents show on the plush finish. Drink now through 2030.
91 Points Robert Parker's Wine Advocate
Rich and exotic, the NV New York Malmsey (Rare Wine Company) mingles aromas of gingerbread and cloves with notions of Christmas pudding, molasses and figs. Full-bodied, rich and concentrated, it's fleshy and muscular, with lively balancing acids and a long, lusty and generously spiced finish. This would work beautifully with rich desserts.
Winemaker Notes
Incredibly rich, with dark fruitcake flavors and dry spice that balances its sweetness...
