Portugal Flashcards
Portugal map
Where is Portugal?
On Iberian Peninsula on Western border of Spain?
What is climate in Portugal?
Maritime in the north and Atlantic coast
Warm continental into the interior of the country toward the border with Spain
What are geographical features of Portugal?
Douro River - vineyards planted on steep terraces along river
Atlantic Ocean
Very mountainous interior
What is the soil in Douro and Porto DOP?
- Schist and Granite
- Important! These soils drain very well and allow roots to dig up 65ft down for water.
- Important for hot summers which are some of the hottest vines can grow in
What is are the winemaking style of Vinho Verde DOP?
Low alcohol, slightly effervescent wines
What are the grapes used in Vinho Verde DOP?
Alvarinho
What are the white grapes used in Maderia DOP?
Sercial
Verdelho
Bual
Malmsey
What is the red grape used in Douro DOP and Porto DOP?
Toiriga Nacional
Highly structured and deeply colored, typically used for Port.
What is the red grape used in Madeira?
Tinta Negra
What are the DOPs of Portugal?
Vinho Verde DOP
Douro DOP
Porto DOP
Maderia DOP
Dao DOP
Alentejo DOP
Bairrada DOP
Alentejo DOP
What are the subregions of Douro DOP and what kind of wines are made there?
Cima Corgo - quality Ports
Douro Superior - quality ports
Baixi Corgo - basic/low quality Ports
What is the winemaking style of Douro DOP?
Bold, highly structured, deep, dry reds
Very complex
Imagine if Port wasnt sweet
What is the winemaking style of Porto DOP?
Fortified sweet, red wine aka Port
What is the winemaking style of Madeira DOP?
Fortified dry, medium dry, and sweet white wines
