madeira
Heated island wine
Madeira is a fortified wine produced on the Portuguese island of the same name.
The wine is known for its distinctive heating process during aging, which gives it caramelized, nutty flavors and remarkable longevity.
Madeira ranges from dry to very sweet: a glass of madeira after dinner, cooking with madeira.
The term also refers to a rich sponge cake, traditionally served with the wine. (Capitalized Madeira is the island.)
sponge
Absorbent cleaning material
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