Gisborne

Question 1

What are the subregions in Gisborne?

Answer 1

9 subregions (all unofficial):

1. Ormond
2. Patutahi
3. Manutuke
4. Central Valley
5. Ormond Valley (in Ormond)
6. Golden Slopes (Hexton Hills, in Ormond)
7. Patutahi Plateau (in Patutahi, warm & dry)
8. Riverpoint
9. Waipaoa

Question 2

What so special about Gisborne region?

Answer 2

first region in the north to receive sunshine daily

fertile soils, high sunshine hours with coastal influences of heat and wind

Chardonnay is dominant, with plantings of Albariño, Chasselas and Palomino

top producers: Millton