For over two centuries, Blandy’s has been synonymous with excellence in Madeira wine, preserving a legacy that dates back to 1811. As the only founding family of the Madeira wine trade still owning and managing its original company, Blandy’s remains deeply committed to its heritage while shaping the future of this exceptional wine.
Today, under the leadership of Chris Blandy, representing the seventh generation, the company continues to uphold its reputation as one of the world’s foremost producers of premium Madeira wine.
Guided by the expertise of renowned winemaker Francisco Albuquerque, Blandy’s preserves its time-honoured craftsmanship while embracing innovation, ensuring that each bottle reflects the dedication and mastery refined over generations.
With an enduring passion for Madeira wine, Blandy’s honours its past while looking ahead, reaffirming its place at the heart of this timeless industry.
The Madeira Wine industry over hundreds of years has always played an important role on the island and we are very fortunate to be part of that history. As a family business with over more than 210 years of experience, we are always looking at ways to ensure that the business is passed on to the next generation in the best state possible. In recent times, we have had to become much more aware of the rapid changes required to defend the sustainability of the business and to safeguard the social, environmental, and economic impact that this industry has on the island. We commit to work with all of our stakeholders to protect the future of this unique wine.