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About this place
For a chance to compare Madeira wines side by side, BAR LIEN offers a tasting set of 4 varieties, each poured in 15 ml, all aged 10 years. It is a leisurely way to explore the differences between the wines a little at a time.
The Madeira selection ranges from dry and medium-dry to medium-sweet and sweet. Wines aged 5, 10 and 15 years are priced at 1,200, 1,600 and 2,000 yen respectively. Choose a younger wine to start, or compare a range of styles at your own pace. One diner described the Madeira as gently sweet, with little astringency and an easy-drinking character. There is also house-made Madeira plum wine (1,600 yen), offering a different kind of pour from the wine itself.
Cocktails are another part of the appeal. One visitor praised the balance of the classic cocktails, while another tried a cocktail made with matcha. If you are not sure what you would like, asking for advice based on your preferences could be part of the fun. The menu also includes Coral Beer (1,200 yen), a local beer from Madeira Island. It is a good fit for an evening focused on wine, or one that mixes in cocktails and beer.
