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Portugal and England sign the Methuen Treaty which allows Portugal to export wines to England on favorable trade terms.

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Methuen Treaty

1703 treaty between England and Portugal

The Methuen Treaty was a military and commercial treaty between England and Portugal signed in 1703 as part of the War of the Spanish Succession. Named after John Methuen, it actually refers to two treaties signed that year.
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Wine

Alcoholic drink made from grapes

Wine is an alcoholic drink made from fermented grapes. It is produced in many regions around the world in a wide variety of styles, influenced by different varieties of grapes, growing environments, viticulture methods, and production techniques.
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December 27

Day of the year

December 27 is the 361st day of the year in the Gregorian calendar; four days remain until the end of the year.
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