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