Portugal Flashcards
Name the 5 regions of Portugal.
- Vinho Verde (DOP)
- Douro (DOP)
- Bairrada (DOP)
- Dao (DOP)
- Alentejo (DOP)
Portugal is home to some of the __________ demarcated wine regions.
Oldest
What changes have the wine regions of Portugal made recently and how is it impacting the wine?
- Modernization of equipment and production techniques
- Turning out wine of excellent quality and value
Where is Portugal located?
- Southwest portion of Iberian Peninsula
- Atlantic Coast to west is dominant feature
Portugal’s climate can be divided into three distinct sections. What are they?
- Cool and humid along coast to north due to Atlantic
- Warmer along coast to south, more Mediterranean
- Interior is continental, hot and arid
How many grape varieties are indigenous to Portugal?
Over 200
Wine law - list the classifications.
- Vinho
- IGP (Indicacao Geografica Protegida)
- DOP (Denominacao de Origen Pretegida)
In Portugal, which wine classifications do not have geographic indication?
Vinho
In Portugal, which wine classifications have geographic indication?
- IGP
2. DOP
Define the IGP classification in Portugal. (5)
- Indicacao Geogafica Protegida
- Larger regional designation
- 85% must be from stated region
- Many grape varieties allowed
- Minimum alcohol is regulate
Define the DOP classification in Portugal.
- Denominacao de Origen Protegida
- Quality Wines
- Specific wine regions located inside a larger IGP/VR
- Regulates wine style, max yields, min alcohol, aging requirements
What does Vinho Verde translate to and what does it imply?
- “Green Wine”
- Youthful nature of wines and implied recommendation to drink young
Vinho Verde is the __________ DOP in Portugal.
DOP
Where is Vinho Verde located?
- Northern Portugal on the Atlantic Coast
- Just south of Spanish border
Vinho Verde - climate?
Cool, maritime, rainy, humid
Vinho Verde is a contiguous region of the Spanish __________ to the north.
Rias Baixas
Vinho Verde - grape varieties?
1 .Loureiro (most planted)
- Trajadura
- Alvarinho (Albarino in Spanish)
Vinho Verde - what characterizes vinification?
- Low alcohol
- Lively acidity
- Slight effervescence (due to injection of CO2)
What is the Douro DOP most known for?
Port
The Douro DOP was one of the first __________ wine regions in the world.
Demarcated
Aside from port, what is the Douro DOP gaining a reputation for now?
High-quality, dry red wines
Where is the Douro DOP located?
Northern Portugal along the Douro River
The Douro DOP shares the same appellation boundaries as __________.
Port
What is important about the climate across Duoro’s sub-regions?
- They change as you move inland, becoming hotter and drier
Name the 3 sub-regions in Douro.
- Baixo Corgo
- Cima Corgo
- Douro Superior
Douro DOP - grape varieties?
Touriga Nacional (plus many other indigenous varieties)
Douro DOP - what characterizes the viticulture?
- Steep, terraced vineyards along banks of Duoro
- Single vineyards or quintas
What is another name for a single vineyard in Douro?
Quinta
What style of wine is produced in Douro?
Rich, dry, ripe, powerful red wines
Is Douro known for a prestigious single variety wine or blends of many indigenous grapes?
Blends of many indigenous grapes
