Madeira, A Wine for the Ages One of the potent potables the American colonists most liked to drink was madeira. Sometimes it's just nice to know that the fortified beverage you're drinking has a history that goes back to the birth of the nation.

John T. Edge on Food

Madeira, A Wine for the Ages

April 8, 20074:00 PM ET

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Madeira, A Wine for the Ages

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One of the potent potables the American colonists most liked to drink was madeira. Sometimes it's just nice to know that the fortified beverage you're drinking has a history that goes back to the birth of the nation.

Culinary curator John T. Edge and wine expert Mannie Berk help Debbie Elliott learn more about picking a great madeira.

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