Portugal Flashcards
Synonym for Tina Roriz in Spain
Tempranillo
What is Godello from spain known as in Portugal?
Gouveio
What region can you find Arinto growing? and what does it add to a blend?
Bucelas. Alentejo. Adds Acidity to blends
Adega
Winery
Amarzem
Cave or Cellar
Branco
White
Colheita
Vintage
Doce
Sweet
Engarrafado (na origem)
Bottled (estate bottled)
Garraferia
A wine with extra ageing, literally a wine store, Minimum 8 Years Aging in Glass Demijohns
Maduro
Mature
Palhete
Traditional blend of red and white grapes to make a pink wine.
Quinta
Farm or estate (Herdade is the southern equivalent.
Describe the “Duriense” Vinho Regional
Generally used for declassified Douro wine. For example they are typically made from international or a least non local, grape varieties such as Syrah, Riesling, and Sauvignon Blanc.
Sub Zones of Douro DOP
Subzones (West to East): Baixo Corgo, Cima Corgo, Douro Superior
Authorized Styles of wine for Douro DOP
Styles:
Vinho: Branco, Rosado, Tinto
Vinho Espumante (sparkling)
Colheita tardia (late harvest)
Vinho Licoroso: Moscatel do Douro (fortified)
Aging requirements for Douro Dop : TINTO
Minimum Aging Requirements:
Tinto: may not be released until May 15 of the year following the harvest
Aging requirements for Douro Dop : ESPUMANTE
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What are the principal soils of the Douro?
Schist