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