Grape Varieties/Wines

Question 1

Coonawarra is arguably Australia’s top region for what varietal?

Answer 1

Cabernet Sauvignon

Question 2

Clare Valley is known what two varieties?

Answer 2

Riesling
Shiraz

Question 3

Adelaide Hills grow what three main varietals?

Answer 3

Sauvignon Blanc
Chardonnay
Pinot Noir

Question 4

What varietal does Barossa GI mostly grow?

Answer 4

Shiraz

Question 5

Eden Valley grows what two primary varietals?

Answer 5

Shiraz
Riesling

Question 6

Which two top GIs are known for both their Rieslings & Shiraz?

Answer 6

Eden & Clare Valley

Question 7

McLaren Vale is known what growing what varietals?

Answer 7

Cabernet Sauvignon
Shiraz
Grenache
Mourvèdre

Question 8

What legacy does Barossa Valley have?

Answer 8

Mature, deep-rooted, unirrigated bush-vines of Shiraz.
200 acres of over 100 year old vines.

Question 9

How do Clare Valley & Eden Valley Rieslings differ?

Answer 9

Eden Valley - Floral, mineral top note in youth. Tends towards grapefruit & toast with age.
Clare Valley - Firm, dry & high acidity in youth. Rich undertones of piercing lime that matures to toast with bottle age.

Question 10

What varietal is Adelaide Hills best known for?

Answer 10

Citrus-fresh Sauvignon Blanc

Question 11

What is the leading red varietal in the Adelaide Hills?

Answer 11

Pinot Noir