Portugal Flashcards
Garrafeira is an aging designation that can be applied anywhere in the country. T/F
True
What is the most common soil type found in the Dao?
A. Limestone
B. Schist
C. Granite
D. Gneiss
Granite
What is the largest threat to viticulture in the DOPs of Bucelas, Colares and Carcavelos?
A. Phylloxera
B. Drought
C. Fungal Disease
D. Urban Sprawl
E. Early Frost
Urban Sprawl
A semi-sparkling white or rose wine 8.5% ABV and high in acidity is most likely to originate from where?
A. Douro
B. Alentejo
C. Dao
D. Bairrada
E. Vinho Verde
Vinho Verde
Match the Portugese grape to its synonym used elsewhere.
A. Tinta Roriz
B. Jaen
C. Bastardo
D. Malmsey
E. Alvarinho
A. Tempranillo
B. Mencia
C. Trousseau
D. Malvasia
E. Albarino
What style of wine is Moscatel do Douro?
A. Sparkling
B. Table wine
C. Rose
D. Fortified
Fortified
Moscatel de Setubal is made in both red and white styles. T/F
True
Who produces “Barca Velha”?
A. Niepoort
B. Ferreirinha
C. Warre’s
D. Herdade do Esporao
Ferreirinha
Dry Bordeaux style table wine from port house, never released before aging for seven years. Only 18 vintages made since 50’s
Maderia was first colonized by Portuguese in the early part of what century?
15th
Espumante wine made in the traditional method can be made anywhere in Portugal. T/F
False
The establishment of Portugal as an international powerhouse for wine export in the 17th and 18th centuries was partly due to its trade relations with _______
A. France
B. England
C. Holland
D. Spain
England
Niether Lisbon or Porto are located within a winegrowing region. T/F
False
What is aguardente?
Neutral grape brandy for fortification
What body of water forms Portugal’s southern border?
A. Mediterranean Sea
B. Tagus River
C. Straight of Gibraltar
D. Atlantic Ocean
Atlantic Ocean
Most table wines are made from single varieties. T/F
False
