1995 Cossart Gordon, Malmsey, Madeira (magnum)

Mahogany with golden reflections. Characteristic and lush, ethereal with notes of brandy infusion and toasted oak, dried leaves, tea molasses. Sweet, but fresh, concentrated, leaving a long aftertaste of dry fig-like fruits and resinous woods.

Bottled in 2023.

96 points, Wine Enthusiast (12/31/2023)
"Cellar Selection. This magnificent wine is rich and sweet but with such maturity that the sweetness has now softened. It is layered with acidity and dense fruits that are fully integrated. Drink this memorable wine now or for any 30th anniversary in 2025. — Roger Voss"

97 points, Owen Bargreen (8/19/2024)
"The stunning 1995 Cossart-Gordon ‘Malmsey’ Madeira was bottled in 2023 and was sourced from the São Jorge vineyard on the North Coast of the island. Very dense on the nose, this delivers cinnamon laced bananas foster and roasted dates on the nose alongside suggestions of toffee and espresso grounds. The palate is impeccably balanced with serious weight and underlying tension. This glides throughout the drinking experience. A joy to consume now, enjoy over the next twenty plus years to come. Drink 2024-2055."

95 points, Tim Atkin MW (3/1/2026)
"High almondy oxidation paired with pronounced sweetness, a happy combination. Very long on the palate, with a clean appley, fairly acidic profile (the acidity is exactly 9.8 g/l). Scores high for purity and energy—one of the most interesting young Frasqueiras tasted."