Portugal Flashcards
Name the five regions of Portugal?
Where is Portugal located?
Portugal is located on the southwest portion of the Iberian Peninsula, with the Atlantic Coast to the west being a 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 varieties
What are the Regional Wine Law classifications?
- Vinho
- IGP (Indicacao Geografica Protegida)
- DOP (Denominacao de Origen Pretegida)
In Portugal, which wine classifications do not have geographic indication?
Vinho
Define the IGP classification in Portugal?
Indicacao Geogafica Protegida
- Larger regional designations; 85% must be from the stated region
- Many grape varieties are allowed depending on the region
- Minimum alcohol is regulated
Define the DOP classification in Portugal.
Denominacao de Origen Protegida
- Primary category for quality wine
- Specific wine regions, located inside a larger IGP
- Regulates wine style, maximum yields, minimum alcohol, and 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
Where is Vinho Verde located?
Northern Portugal on the Atlantic Coast, just south of Spanish border
What is the Vinho Verde climate?
Cool, maritime, rainy, humid
Whar are the Vinho Verde grape varieties?
- Loureiro (most planted)
- Trajadura
- Alvarinho (Albarino in Spanish)
What characterizes Vinho Verde vinification?
- Low alcohol
- Lively acidity
- Slight effervescence (due to injection of CO2)
What is the Douro DOP most known for?
Port
Where is the Douro DOP located?
Northern Portugal along the Douro River
Name the 3 sub-regions in Douro.
