Portugal Flashcards
1
Q
What is the predominant climate of Portugal?
A
Maritime on coast
Very Warm interior
Cooler North
Very warm south
2
Q
What is the Portuguese wine classification
A
without GI:
Vinho
With GI
IGP (85% from region, min alcohol)
DOP (style, yields, min alcohol,aging req)
3
Q
Expand on the Douro DOP
A
Northern Portugal Douro River Same production area as Port Very warm to hot climate Touriga Nacional Steep, terraced Vineyards
4
Q
Expand on Vinho Verde DOP
A
Northern Portugal Spanish Border Cool Maritime Climate, humid Alvarinho and Loureiro main grapes Pergola trellising systems Red, white and rose
5
Q
What are the most important appellations in Portugal (intro)
A
VInho Verde
Douro
Porto
Madeira
