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