Cossart Gordon Port
The oldest name in Madeira, poured in Commack since 1745.
The story behind Cossart Gordon
Cossart Gordon & Co. was founded in 1745 by Scottish merchant Francis Newton, making it the oldest established firm in the Madeira wine trade. Thomas Gordon joined him, and in 1808 an Irishman named William Cossart completed the name. By 1850 the house shipped half of the island's entire wine output.
Those exports earned a following in the American colonies, where the finest shipments were simply called American Madeira. Madeira from this era was raised in 1776 to toast the signing of the Declaration of Independence. Today Cossart Gordon works alongside sister brands under the Madeira Wine Company, still aging in American oak casks in the warm lofts of Funchal.
Explore the Cossart Gordon range
Three bottles we keep on the shelf, from the light Rainwater to the 15 year Malmsey. All are Madeira, not Port, and all are ready to pour.
| Expression | Type | Proof / ABV | Tasting notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rainwater Madeira | Medium Dry | 38 | Light, nutty, citrus lift, the easy entry bottle |
| 10yr Madeira | Medium Dry | 38 | Smoky, dried fruit, long finish, all-rounder |
| 15yr Madeira | Rich Sweet | 40 | Dark chocolate, coffee, molasses, luscious |
| 5yr Bual | Medium Sweet | 38 | Toffee, dried fig, vanilla, balanced acidity |
| 15yr Malmsey | Rich Sweet | 40 | Deepest of the noble grapes, dessert weight |
| Single Harvest Colheita | Vintage | 40 | Single year, decades in cask, collectible |
Which Cossart Gordon is right for you?
Pricing here is honest and shelf-stable. The Cossart Gordon Rainwater Madeira runs $16.99 for a 750mL, the easiest way to try the house. Step up to the 10yr Madeira at $39.99, where the canteiro aging starts to show smoke and dried fruit. The 15yr Madeira in the 500mL is $49.99, a richer pour for the end of a meal. Buy Cossart Gordon online and we will have it ready at the counter or on the truck.
Light, nutty and low commitment, a fine first glass of Madeira.
Smoke and dried fruit that carries from cheese course to dessert.
Rich Malmsey weight, the bottle to pour when the meal matters.