Curiosities, games, challenges and quiz on various topics
Port Wine is a fortified and sweet wine produced exclusively in the Douro region of Portugal. It is an iconic wine that has a long history, having been produced in the Porto and Douro region since the 17th century. The Port Wine production process begins with the harvesting of grapes on the steep slopes of the Douro valley. The grapes are trodden by foot in lagares (large stone tanks), where they are crushed to extract the juice. The juice is then fermented with the addition of brandy, which stops fermentation and keeps the residual sugar in the wine. The result is a fortified wine with an alcohol content between 19% and 22%. Port Wine is then aged in oak barrels, where it develops a complex and characteristic flavor. The barrels are stored in aging cellars in Porto, where variations in temperature and humidity help develop the wine's unique flavor.
