Portugal - Transmontano Flashcards
1
Q
On which side of the Minho River is Transmontano located?
A
To the East
2
Q
In which region is the Tras-os-Montes DOP located?
A
Transmontano
3
Q
Name the DOP within the Transmontano region
A
Trans-os-Montes
4
Q
Name the sub regions of the Tras-os-Montes DOP
A
Chaves
Valpaços
Planalto Mirandês
5
Q
WHat is the climate like in the Transmontano region
A
The region is dry, hot, and mountainous
6
Q
Name the important red grapes of the Transmontano region
A
Touriga Nacional, Tinta Roriz, Bastardo (Trousseau), Touriga Francesa and Trincadeira
7
Q
Name the important white grapes of the Transmontano region
A
Fernão Pires, Síria, Viosinho, Gouveio, Malvasia Fina and Rabigato
8
Q
Which 2 DOPs used to be included in the Transmontano region prior to the creation of the Duriense IGP?
A
Douro and Porto
