was founded in 1877 by Henrique Menezes Borges, who devoted his entire life to searching for a selection of wines produced on the Madeira Island, in order to put them aging. The company is still in the Borges Family and it is managed by the 4th generation.
The company’s facilities are located in an emblematic building in the center of Funchal, near to the Madeira Wine Institute. This centenary building was constructed at the end of the 19th century and, at first, was a cereal grinding factory. It retains all the original architectural traits and it is here that H.M.Borges concentrates all of its activity, from the production, aging and bottling to the shop and tasting room.Дом 83
Здание было построено в 1758 году графом Carvalhal как резиденция. В 1820 году перешло английской экспортной винной фирме (Blackburns & Company). С 1868 - городская мэрия. В 1940 году приняло существующий вид. Залы оформлены в стиле ретро и барокко.
Even if you’re not into architectural sightseeing you still have to visit this awe inspiring square that is surrounded by history and which set off the architectural quality of the city center.
The City hall, was the old palace of the Count of Carvalhal, built in 1758 and was bought by the local government in August of 1883. It is a fine example of late 18th century architecture. It has an inner courtyard covered in tiles with a fountain in the middle. The architecture reveals elements of the baroque and mannerist styles. Nearby is an interesting group of buildings originally used by the military, which is where the Sacred Art Museum, is now situated.
Here you will also find, Igreja de Sao Joao Evangelista, more commonly known as Colegio Church. This beautiful building of the Jesuits has 17th century gilt woodcarving that is considered one of the most valuable pieces of Portuguese carving from this period