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Producers, Vintages & Culture · 6 questions · 400 pts
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1
For roughly how long has wine been made in the Douro valley?
A
Since about the year 1900
B
For around three hundred years
C
Only since the Second World War
D
For around two thousand years
2
Which group of merchants played a central role in building up the Port trade?
A
Norwegian merchants
B
Greek merchants
C
Russian merchants
D
British merchants
3
What is a quinta in the Douro?
A
A vineyard or wine estate
B
A type of oak barrel
C
A measure of sweetness
D
A local grape variety
4
What is the Douro valley especially known for besides its wines?
A
Its beautiful terraced landscape
B
Its snow-covered glaciers
C
Its large industrial ports
D
Its long sandy beaches
5
Which city on the Douro river gives Port wine its name?
A
Coimbra
B
Lisbon
C
Porto
D
Braga
6
What international distinction has the cultivated landscape of the Alto Douro received?
A
Status as a natural wilderness area
B
Status as a biosphere reserve only
C
Status as an EU national park
D
UNESCO World Heritage status
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