Blandy’s Bual 1980 was aged for 29 years in seasoned American oak casks and as with all the family’s vintages, this wine started its ageing process in the warm high attic floors of the lodge in the centre of Funchal. Temperatures up on these high, south-facing floors can easily reach 37ºC (98 ºF) where the angel’s share is at its highest.
This wine should be stored upright in a dark room with constant temperature, ideally no higher than 16ºC. As the wine is completely stabilized, it is recommended to pull the cork at least 2 day before enjoying this wine and will keep for several months after opening. Decanting will help remove any deposit that may have occurred in bottle over time. A wine that should be enjoyed in the good company of friends, served not higher than 17ºC. It has been bottled ready for drinking and will keep for several months after opening.
