The Wine Profile

1 What sets Madeira apart from many modern wines?

A It is an ancient wine traded for centuries B It is a wine sold only locally on the island C It is a wine that has never been exported D It is a new wine launched in the 2000s

2 Where does the wine Madeira get its name from?

A From a famous winemaker who invented the style B From a Spanish term for a ship's cargo C From an old Portuguese word meaning sweet D From the island where the wine is made

3 Which part of history is Madeira wine closely linked to?

A The Roman Empire's road-building across Europe B The era of sailing ships and long sea voyages C The expansion of the railways in the 1800s D The breakthrough of modern air freight

4 What role has Madeira traditionally played on festive occasions?

A It has been a wine for ceremonial toasts B It has been served exclusively at breakfast C It has been given as a gift but never drunk D It has been used only as a ritual offering

5 How did the English sponge "Madeira cake" get its name by tradition?

A It was invented by a winemaker from Funchal B It always contained large amounts of Madeira wine C It was originally baked on the island of Madeira D It was happily eaten alongside a glass of Madeira

6 How is simpler, younger Madeira often used besides being drunk?

A As a preserving liquid for fresh fruit B As an ingredient in cooking, for sauces and gravy C As a base for perfume and scented oils D As an ordinary household cleaning agent