Portugal

Question 1

What are the five main DOCs?

Answer 1

Vinho Verde, Douro, Dao, Bairrada, Alentejo

Question 2

What is the oldest demarcated wine region in the world?

Answer 2

Douro

Question 3

Describe the red still wines of the Douro.

Answer 3

Similar to port in taste, but lower alcohol. Deeply colored, full bodied, high level of ripe tannins, rich black fruit flavors, toasty aromas. Yes, please.

Question 4

What are the five principal grape varieties used to make both port and unfortified wines in the Duoro?

Answer 4

Touriga Nacional, Touriga Franca, Tinta Roriz (tempranillo), Tinta Barroca, Tinta Cao

Question 5

What is the difference between a ‘type’ of wine and a ‘style’ of wine?

Answer 5

Type - Still, sparkling, fortified

Style - Dry, off-dry, sweet, etc

Question 6

Describe a classic white Vinho Verde.

Answer 6

Classic whites are pale lemon, high in acidity, low in alcohol, off-dry style, slight sparkling sensation