Portugal Flashcards
What are the major regions of Portugal
- Minho
- Duriense
- Terras do Dão
- Alentejano
How many DOP regions are designated in Portugal
31 regions
How many IGP regions are designated in Portugal
14 regions
What is the DOP designated in Minho
DOP Vinho Verde
Which DOP is the largest in Portugal
DOP Vinho Verde
What grape varieties are primarily used in Vinho Verde
- Alvarinho
- Loureiro
What are the two DOPs in Duriense
- DOP Douro
- DOP Porto
What are the three sub regions in Duriense
- Baixo Corgo (highest density)
- Cima Corgo (most vineyard acreage, most dry wine production)
- Douro Superior (arid and sparsely planted)
What are the two DOPs in Terras do Dào
- DOP Dão
- DOP Lafōes
Which region in Portugal is generally considered one of the best regions for dry reds in the country
Terras do Dão
What is Alentejano famous for
Cork trees
What is the DOC designation in Alentejano
DOC Alentejo
How many subregions exist in DOC Alentejo
8 subregions
What are the types of fortified wine made in Portugal
- Port (Ruby and tawny)
- Madeira
What are the key grapes used to make Port
- Touriga Nacional
- Tinta Roriz
- Touriga Franca
- Tinta Barroca
What is added during the fermentation of Port to kill the yeast, stop fermentation and leave RS
A neutral grape spirit of 77% ABV (aguardente)
Which kind of port is aged in wood for 2-3 years before being bottled, and is darker and more red fruited
Ruby Port
Which kind of port is lighter and more delicate; aged in casks for its entire life span until bottled to sell
Tawny Port
What are the different types of Ruby Port
- Ruby
- Ruby Reserve
- Late Bottle Vintage (LBV): 4-5 years in cask before bottling
- Vintage
- Single Quinta (single vineyard)
What are the different types of Tawny Port
- Colheita: Vintage tawny with 7yrs in cask min.
- Aged Tawnys: 10/20/30/40yrs
How is madeira made
The wine is fortified with a 96% ABV neutral grape spirit then slowly heated overtime before being aged in casks
What are the main white varietals of Madeira
- Sercial: very high acid, youthful citrus
- Verdelho: High acid with smoke and honey characteristics
- Boal: dark and highly aromatic
- Malvasia (Malmsey): notes of toffee, vanilla and marmalade
What are the aging categories for Madeira
- Rainwater: lighter, medium-dry style with max. 10 years of age; 100% Tinta Negra
- Reserve: >5 years old
- Special Reserve: 10-15 years old
- Extra Reserve: 15-20 years old
Single vintage Madeira aged at least 5 years before bottling; blend or single varietal
Colheita
