Portugal

Question 1

What is the climate of Portugal?

Answer 1

Much of the country is maritime, inland is hot, dry continental. Annual rainfall can vary drastically from region to region. The Atlantic Ocean exerts the most influence over Portugal.

Question 2

What are the main wine regions of Portugal?

Answer 2

Vinho Verde, Douro, Dao, Barraida, Alentejo, Vinho Regional Alentejano

Question 3

What style of wine is Vinho Verde known for?

Answer 3

Lower alcohol, slightly spritzy, white blend typically made from Arinto, Loureiro and others. Vinho Verde Alvarinho is higher in alcohol (11.5-14) and ripe, tropical aromas.

Question 4

What is the oldest demarcated wine region in the world?

Answer 4

The Douro.

Question 5

What are the principal varietals used in Port?

Answer 5

Touriga Nacional, Touriga Franca, Tinta Roriz, Tinta Barroca, Tinta Cao.

Question 6

Describe the wines of the Dao and the conditions that contribute to them.

Answer 6

High quality Touriga National, Tinta Roriz, Jaen, Alfrocheiro and Encruzado; mountainous region with high altitudes, cold wet winters and dry warm summers

Question 7

What wines are associated with Bairrada

Answer 7

Baga, also Bical and Maria Gomes

Question 8

What wines is Alentejo known for?

Answer 8

Aragonas, Trincadeira, Alicante Bouschet

Question 9

What is the largest Regional (IGP) in Portugal?

Answer 9

Vinho Regional Alentejano.