Wset Lvl 3 Portugal

Front 1

In regards to wine law in Portugal what is the Traditional Portuguese equivalent to DOC that is registered with the EU?

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DOP -
Denominacao de Origem Protegida.

Front 2

In regards to wine law in Portugal what is the Traditional Portuguese equivalent to IGP that is registered with the EU?

Back 2

Vinho Regional.

Front 3

In Portugal what are the traditional terms used to describe quality wines?

Back 3

Reserva and
Garrafeira.

Front 4

What are the requirements of a 'Reserva' wine in Portugal?

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Must be DOC.
Must be vintage.
Must have distinct organoleptic characteristics.
Alcoholic strength must exceed the legal minimum by at lease 0.5%
Must be in glass bottles

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What are the requirements of a 'Garrafeira' wine in Portugal?

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Must have geographical indication DOC and or IGP
Must be vintage.
Must have distinct organoleptic characteristics.
Reds must be aged a minimum of 30 months of which at least 12 of which is in glass bottle.
White and Rose - 12 months & 6 in bottle.

Front 6

What is the single most important Climactic influence in Portugal?

Back 6

The Atlantic Ocean,

Front 7

What is the dominate climate type in Portugal?

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Maritime with warm summers and cool wet winters.

Front 8

Which parts of Portugal experience a continental climate?

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Alentejo - hot and dry
Douro - hot but dryness is reduced by the Douro River and its tributaries.

Front 9

Describe the climate of the Dao

Back 9

Because of its altitude and surrounding mountains is hot in summer but quite wet in winter.

Front 10

List the 5 most important red varietals in Portugal as discussed in WSET textbook

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Touriga Nacional; Tinta Roriz (Aragones/Tempranillo); Castelao; Baga; Trincadeira.

Front 11

List the 7 most important white varietals in Portugal as discussed in WSET textbook

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Arinto; Trajadura; Loureiro; Alvarinho; Fernao; Pires; Antao Vaz.