Chapter 44 - Port Flashcards
What are the three sub-regions that produce Port?
- Baixo Corgo; Produces the lightest wines
- Cima Corgo; where the greatest number of top vineyards are found
- Douro Superior
What is the climate of the Port growing regions?
Warm continental climate as a result of being shielded from the cooling rain-bearing Atlantic winds by the Serra do Marão.
What is the name of the narrow terraces on which many Port vines are planted?
Socalcos
What are the grape varieties of Port?
There are five varieties that are preferred in premium port production:
- Touriga Franca
- Tinta Roriz
- Tinta Barroca
- Touriga Nacional
- Tinto Cao
How long does Port fermentation typically last?
Only 24 to 36 hours. Once the wine reaches 5-9% abv, it is fortified which stops fermentation
What are some methods used for color and tannin extraction?
- Foot treading
- Autovinifiers
- Piston plungers and robotic lagares
How strong can the spirit, or aguardente, be to fortify Port?
It can be no stronger than 77% abv.
What are the two types of Inexpensive Ports?
- Ruby
- Tawny
How long must a Reserve Tawny Port be aged?
A minimum of six years
How long must LBV Ports be aged?
They must be aged between four and six years before they are bottled.
LBV Ports a ready to drink and rarely benefit from extra bottle ageing, True or False?
True
