Portugal Flashcards
What is the main regulatory body for wine in Portugal?
Instituto da Vinha e do Vinho (IVV)
True or False: The Denominação de Origem Controlada (DOC) is a classification for Portuguese wines.
True
What does the acronym DOP stand for in Portuguese wine laws?
Denominação de Origem Protegida
Fill in the blank: The _______ classification is used for wines produced in specific geographic areas in Portugal.
DOC
Which wine region in Portugal is known for its port wine?
Douro Valley
What is the primary grape used in the production of Vinho Verde?
Alvarinho
What is the climate type predominant in the Douro Valley?
Mediterranean climate
True or False: The Alentejo region is known for its hot and dry climate.
True
Which wine classification allows for the use of traditional and modern methods?
Indicação Geográfica Protegida (IGP)
What are the two main types of wine produced in the Bairrada region?
Sparkling wine and red wine
Which region is famous for producing Madeira wine?
Madeira Island
What is the primary grape used in the production of Madeira wine?
Sercial, Verdelho, Bual, or Malvasia
True or False: The climate in the Minho region is characterized by high rainfall.
True
What does the term ‘Vinho Regional’ refer to?
A classification of wines that are produced in a specific region but do not meet DOC standards.
What is the significance of the ‘Casta’ in Portuguese wine labeling?
It indicates the grape variety used in the wine.
Which region is known for its influence from the Atlantic Ocean, leading to a cooler climate?
Lisbon region
What is the legal minimum percentage of a grape variety required to be labeled on a wine bottle?
85%
What climate is typical of the Dão region?
Continental climate
Fill in the blank: The _______ is a classification for wines that are made using grapes from multiple regions.
Vinho Regional
True or False: The Alentejo region is known for producing predominantly white wines.
False
What is the impact of climate on the wine produced in the Douro Valley?
The hot, dry climate leads to concentrated flavors and high alcohol content.
Which grape variety is most commonly associated with the Alentejo region?
Alicante Bouschet
What is the primary purpose of the Instituto da Vinha e do Vinho (IVV)?
To oversee and regulate the production and quality of wine in Portugal.
Which wine law was established to protect traditional Portuguese wine practices?
Denominação de Origem Controlada (DOC)
What is a key characteristic of the Vinho Verde style?
It is typically light, fresh, and slightly effervescent.
What is the primary geological feature influencing wine production in Portugal?
The diverse geology, including schist, granite, and limestone.
True or False: Climate is a moderating factor in Portuguese wine regions.
True
Fill in the blank: The region of _______ is known for its volcanic soils that affect wine characteristics.
Dão
Which wine region in Portugal is primarily known for its limestone soils?
Alentejo
Multiple Choice: What type of climate is predominantly found in the Douro Valley?
A hot, dry climate
What role does altitude play in the wine regions of Portugal?
Altitude affects temperature and grape ripening.
Name one moderating factor that influences grape growing conditions in Portugal.
Soil composition
True or False: The proximity to the Atlantic Ocean has no impact on wine production in Portugal.
False
What is the significance of schist soils in Portuguese wine regions?
Schist soils retain heat and moisture, beneficial for grape growing.
Fill in the blank: The _______ wine region experiences a Mediterranean climate.
Alentejo
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is NOT a wine region in Portugal?
Bordeaux
What is the impact of rainfall patterns on wine production in Portugal?
Rainfall patterns affect water availability for vines and grape quality.
True or False: All Portuguese wine regions have the same geological characteristics.
False
Name a moderating factor that affects the terroir of Portuguese wines.
Topography
What type of soil is primarily found in the Vinho Verde region?
Granite and sandy soils
Fill in the blank: The _______ region is known for producing Port wine.
Douro
Multiple Choice: Which factor is least likely to affect the flavor profile of Portuguese wines?
Local cuisine
What is the relationship between vineyard orientation and sunlight exposure?
Vineyard orientation affects sunlight exposure and grape ripening.
True or False: Soil acidity can influence the types of grapes grown in a region.
True
Name one characteristic of the Alentejo wine region.
It has a warm climate and diverse soil types.
Fill in the blank: The _______ wine region is characterized by its high altitude and cooler temperatures.
Dão
What geological feature is common in the Beira Interior region?
Granite outcrops
Multiple Choice: Which of the following factors is NOT a moderating factor in Portuguese wine regions?
Urban development
True or False: The geology of a wine region can affect its economic viability.
True
What is the effect of the Atlantic Ocean on the wine regions of Portugal?
It moderates temperatures and provides humidity.
