New Zealand - Auckland Region/Gisbourne

Question 1

Reputation of wines in Waiheke island?

Answer 1

Premium red wines based on Cabernet Sauvignon and Syrah

Question 2

Climate of Waiheke island?

Answer 2

Moderate Maritime.

Low diurnal range - good for mid to late ripening

Warmer than most of Auckland

Question 3

Significant producer in Waiheke island?

Answer 3

Man O’ War

Question 4

Significant producer in West Auckland?

Answer 4

Kumeu River

Question 5

Main issues with grape growing in Auckland/Waiheke island?

Answer 5

Humidity - high disease pressure

Question 6

Soils of Gisbourne?

Answer 6

Fertile floodplain

Clay, loam, silt

Free draining

Question 7

Rainfall in Gisbourne? (2)

Answer 7

High rainfall (1000mm)

Good for region as it has free draining soils

Question 8

Main grapes of Gisbourne? (2)

Answer 8

Chardonnay (50% of plantings)

Pinot Gris (easy drinking to premium)

Question 9

Sykes of Chardonnay made in Gisbourne? (2)

Answer 9

Inexpensive fruity styles

Premium, outstanding barrel fermented styles with med+ acid

Question 10

Significant producer from Gisbourne?

Answer 10

Millton (biodynamic)

Question 11

Why is Gisbourne always one of the first regions to harvest? (3)

Answer 11

Moderate maritime climate

Warm winds from the north

High hours of sunshine