Portugal Flashcards
Which Portuguese wine region is the birthplace of Port wine?
Douro Valley
What are the three main red grape varieties used in high-quality Port production?
Touriga Nacional, Touriga Franca, Tinta Roriz (Tempranillo)
Which Portuguese wine region is known for its amphora-aged wines, following an ancient winemaking tradition?
Alentejo (Vinho de Talha wines)
Which historic Portuguese estate is credited with producing the first-ever vintage Port?
Quinta do Noval
What is the primary grape variety used in Vinho Verde’s most premium white wines?
Alvarinho (Albariño)
Which Portuguese island is famous for its fortified wines that are aged using the “Canteiro” method?
Madeira
Which Portuguese red grape is known for producing deep-colored, structured wines and is a key variety in the Douro?
Touriga Nacional
What is the term for unfortified wines from the Douro Valley, distinct from Port?
Douro DOC wines
What is the name of the unique limestone-rich soils found in Bairrada, ideal for producing age-worthy red wines?
Barro
Which famous Portuguese white grape variety is dominant in the Dão region?
Encruzado
Which historic Portuguese wine producer, founded in 1715, is one of the oldest continuously operating Port houses?
Real Companhia Velha
Which style of Madeira wine is traditionally the driest and known for its high acidity?
Sercial
Which Portuguese wine region is famous for producing fortified wines aged in Vila Nova de Gaia?
Douro (Port Wine)
What is the dominant grape variety used in Vinho Verde wines?
Alvarinho (Albariño) and Loureiro
Which Portuguese wine region is known for its bold, tannic red wines made from Trincadeira, Alicante Bouschet, and Aragonez?
Alentejo
What is the name of the traditional Portuguese clay amphorae used for fermenting and aging wines?
Talha
What is the name of the famous sweet wine produced in Setúbal, primarily from Muscat grapes?
Moscatel de Setúbal
Which Portuguese red grape variety is a key component in both Port and dry red wines, known for its deep color and structure?
Touriga Nacional
What is the traditional classification system for vineyards in the Douro, ranking them from A to F based on quality?
Douro Benefício Classification
Which historical Portuguese wine estate, founded in 1715, is one of the most prestigious Port producers?
Quinta do Noval
Which Portuguese region is home to Bairrada wines, known for their high-acid reds made from Baga?
Bairrada
