New Zealand Flashcards

1
Q

How many GIs (Geographical Indications) are there in New Zealand?

A

29

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2
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What are the main regions in the northern island?

A

Auckland
GIsborne
Hawke’s Bay
Wairarapa (Martinborough)

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3
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What are the main regions in the southern island?

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Marlborough
Nelson
Canterburry
Central Otago

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4
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What climate factor is a problem in Auckland?

A

High rainfall leads to high levels of humidity that can cause botrytis cinerea

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5
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What is the name of the island east off Auckland?

A

Waiheke Island

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6
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What are the main varieties in Auckland?

A

Chardonnay
Pinot Gris

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7
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What are the best wines in Waiheke island?

A

Bordeaux blends

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8
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What is the climate in Gisborne?

A

Moderate to warm maritime climate

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9
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What are the main grape varieties produced in Gisborne?

A

Chardonnay
Gewürztraminer
Pinot Gris

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10
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Gisborne is home to the largest producer in NZ of what?

A

Sparkling white wine

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11
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What is the climate in Hawke’s Bay?

A

moderate to warm maritime climate

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12
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What are Hawke’s Bay most famous wines?

A

Bordeaux Blend style wines
Syrah

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13
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What is the most important area in Hawke’s Bay?

A

Gimblett Gravels

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14
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What is Martinborough most famous wine?

A

Pinot Noir

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15
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What are the most important varieties in Nelson?

A

Sauvignon Blanc
Pinot Noir

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16
Q

What is the climate in Marlborough?

A

semi-continental warm climate

17
Q

What is Marlborough’s main valley?

A

Wairau Valley

18
Q

What are the 2 main grape varieties in Marlborough?

A

Sauvignon blanc
Pinot noir

19
Q

What is the main producing region in Canterbury which is now also a GI?

A

Waipara Valley

20
Q

What are the main varieties produced in Waipara?

A

Pinot Noir
Riesling

21
Q

Complete the sentence: Central Otago has the ——- and ——- vineyards in NZ?

A

Highest and Coolest

22
Q

What is the main grape variety in Central Otago?

A

Pinot Noir