In the first episode of 2026, the boys kick off the new year with one of the most historic (and misunderstood) wines in the world — Madeira.
We taste Madeira wine, break down its flavor profile, explain how it’s made, and dive into the incredible history behind this fortified legend. From ocean voyages to colonial America, Madeira was literally built to survive sea travel — and still tastes alive decades later.
And because this is Arthur Avenue, we paired it properly.
The Madeira is matched with fresh onion bread from Madonia Bakery, one of the iconic bakeries in Bronx Little Italy. The sweetness, salinity, and caramelized onion notes hit differently when paired with a wine designed by heat and oxidation.
If you’ve ever searched:
What is Madeira wine?
How is Madeira made?
Does Madeira wine go bad?
What does Madeira taste like?
What food pairs with Madeira wine?
Best bread pairing for fortified wine?
This episode answers it all.
In this episode:
• Madeira wine tasting notes
• The history of Madeira wine
• Why Madeira might be the most indestructible wine on earth
• Pairing Madeira with onion bread
Start 2026 the right way — history in the glass, bread on the table.
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