31. Portugal Flashcards
(9 cards)
1
Q
Which Portugese region is on the coast?
A
Vinho Verde
2
Q
Modernisation of vineyards has meant Vinho Verde vineyards increasingly use what instead of pergolas?
A
Spur-pruned VSP
3
Q
Loureiro sweetness typically
A
Off-dry
4
Q
Loureiro acidity
A
High
5
Q
Loureiro fermentation is controlled how?
A
Cool temperature and stopped early
6
Q
Specific floral note of Loureiro is?
A
Jasmine
7
Q
Main difference between Loureiro and Alvarinho?
A
Loureiro is thin-skinned whereas Alvarinho has thicker skins
8
Q
Typical Vinho Verde alcohol
A
Low
9
Q
What causes CO2 to remain dissolved in Vinho Verde?
A
Cool fermentation temperatures
