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44 WSET3_NewZealand Flashcards

1
Q

Are North Island temperatures higher of lower on average than South Island?

A

Higher

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2
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Did the isolation of New Zealand allow it to escape Phylloxera in a similar way to Chile?

A

No

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3
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For which two varietals is Hawkes Bay best known?

A

Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot

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4
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In which region is frost damage a risk in spring and autumn?

A

Central Otago

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5
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In which year did NZ determine its denomination system?

A

2006

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6
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Since 2007, what is the minimum percentage of wine to be labelled as a given varietal/ vintage/ region?

A

85%

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7
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What did the grape say when it was pressed?

A

Nothing, it just gave a little wine.

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8
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What is the 2010 vineyard surface of NZ overall?

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30,000 ha

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9
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What is the name of the area between the twin towns of Hastings and Napier?

A

Hawkes Bay

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10
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What is the name of the area within Hawkes Bay reputed for Bordeaux varieties?

A

Gimblett Gravels

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11
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What is the name of the island to the North of Auckland with a growing reputation for quality?

A

Waiheke Island

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12
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What is the name of the mountains around Central Otago?

A

Southern Alps

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13
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What is the name of the NZ wine laws system?

A

GI (Geographical Indication)

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14
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What is the name of the small vessels carrying commodities on the Rhine?

A

Barge

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15
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What is the varietal/ region combination for which NZ is best known?

A

Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc

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16
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What was the predominant grape varietal pre 1970s in NZ?

A

Mueller Thurgau

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17
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Which are the three main grape varieties of the Auckland region?

A

Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and the ever- adaptable Chardonnay

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18
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Which are the three main varietals in Nelson GI?

A

Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay, Pinot Noir

19
Q

Which area accounts for nearly 60% of the entire NZ vine surface?

A

Marlborough

20
Q

Which area close to the town of Canterbury is suitable for growing Sauvignon Blanc, Riesling and Pinot Noir?

A

Waipara

21
Q

Which aromas could be typical of NZ Sauvignon Blanc?

A

Capsicum, gooseberry, herbal notes, passion fruit, tomato, asparagus and minerality

22
Q

Which climate characteristics ensure high acidity and pungent tomato characters in Awatere.

A

Awatere is dry, cold and windy

23
Q

Which is the body in NZ to which the majority of growers belong and which promotes responsible viticulture?

A

Sustainable Winegrowing New Zealand (SWNZ)

24
Q

Which is the climate type around Auckland?

A

Warm maritime (hot humid summers and moderate, wet winters).

25
Q

Which is the climate type around Central Otago?

A

Moderate to cool continental

26
Q

Which is the main varietal grown in Gisborne?

A

Chardonnay

27
Q

Which is the main vine health issue in Auckland?

A

Fungal disease

28
Q

Which is the most Southerly wine region in NZ?

A

Central Otago

29
Q

Which is the number one black grape variety in NZ?

A

Pinot Noir

30
Q

Which is the second most widely planted varietal in NZ?

A

Chardonnay

31
Q

Which is the third most widely planted varietal, which has grown to overtake Riesling?

A

Pinot Gris

32
Q

Which is the varietal accounting for nearly 50% of all plantings?

A

Sauvignon Blanc

33
Q

Which is the warm and wettest wine growing region of NZ?

A

Auckland

34
Q

Which is the warmest region with the longest sunshine hours in NZ?

A

Hawkes Bay

35
Q

Which region is remarkable for top quality gewurztraminer?

A

Gisborne

36
Q

Which South Island region is best known for Chardonnay?

A

Marlborough

37
Q

Which South Island region is best known for Pinot Noir?

A

Marlborough and Central Otago

38
Q

Which South Island region is best known for Sauvignon Blanc?

A

Marlborough

39
Q

Which two subregions of Marlborough are well known for quality Sauvignon Blanc?

A

Wairau and Awatere

40
Q

Which type of disease is an annual problem for NZ vines?

A

Fungal diseases

41
Q

Which varieties give wines close to those in the Rhone valley?

A

Syrah

42
Q

With which other grape varietals is Cabernet Sauvignon combined to make Bordeaux style blends?

A

Merlot

43
Q

Within Wairarapa, which area is best known for Pinot Noir?

A

Martinborough

44
Q

In which region is more than 80% of planting dedicated to Pinot Noir?

A

Central Otago

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