Group G
Brazil
Wine regions – Santa Catarina, Rio Grande do Sul
As always with Brazil, they will be favorites for the 2010 FIFA World Cup. Their wine industry however, may not be such a powerhouse for the World Cup of Wine.
North Korea
Wine regions – None…
North Korea will struggle in this group in the FIFA World Cup. They may also find it very tough in the World Cup of Wine.
Ivory Coast
Wine regions – None…
The Ivory Coast keen to do well in their home continent for the FIFA World Cup. They may not be as confident in the World Cup of Wine. With no wine grapes grown there it will be tough.
Portugal
Wine regions – Vinho Verde, Douro Valley, Dão, Bairrada, Alentejo, Colares, Brucelas, Setubal, Ribatejo, Algarve, Madeira
Portugal needed a play off to qualify for the FIFA World Cup. Their wines however should not have the same difficulties. They have a strong history and a great variety of wine.