Discovering Douro Valley's Vineyards - Exam
- 1. Which river runs through Douro Valley, an important wine region in Portugal?
A) Sado River
B) Tagus River
C) Douro River
D) Tejo River
- 2. How many wine sub-regions are officially recognized in Douro Valley?
A) Four
B) Two
C) Three
D) Five
- 3. What is the predominant grape variety used to make Port wine in Douro Valley?
A) Pinot Noir
B) Touriga Nacional
C) Chardonnay
D) Tempranillo
- 4. What soil type is prevalent in the vineyards of Douro Valley?
A) Schist
B) Loam
C) Clay
D) Silt
- 5. What is the climate of Douro Valley characterized as?
A) Mediterranean
B) Continental
C) Tropical
D) Arctic
- 6. When was the Douro Valley officially designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site?
A) 1988
B) 2001
C) 2010
D) 1995
- 7. What method is often used to transport grapes from vineyards to wineries in Douro Valley?
A) Helicopters
B) Trucks
C) Boats
D) Horses
- 8. Which village in Douro Valley is known as the center of the Port wine industry?
A) Evora
B) Braga
C) Óbidos
D) Pinhão
- 9. Which grape variety is often blended with Touriga Nacional in Douro Valley red wines?
A) Malbec
B) Tinta Roriz
C) Cabernet Sauvignon
D) Grenache
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