Inspired by the passion of his father, revered wine personality Michael Broadbent — who famously called Madeira his "desert island wine," and played a crucial role in sourcing the wines and establishing the blends — Bartholomew Broadbent embarked on a mission to revive and redefine Madeira wine. Launched in 1996, Broadbent Madeira was born from this legacy. Bartholomew Broadbent dedicated over a decade to reintroducing Madeira to the U.S. market, determined to craft a collection of Madeiras that rival the best in the world. His efforts have been pivotal in rekindling America's love affair with this historic wine.