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NEW ZEALAND Flashcards

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What mountain range creates a rain shadow over New Zealands South Island?

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  • The Southern Alps
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What is the most planted white grape variety in New Zealand?

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  • Sauvignon Blanc followed by Chardonnay
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What % of grapes is required for a stated Vintage and Varietal on label?

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  • 85%
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New Zealand has the same label integrity programme as Australia following which rule?

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  • The 85% rule
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What is the most widely planted red grape variety of New Zealand?

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  • Pinot Noir
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New Zealand comprises which two islands?

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  1. North Island
  2. South Island
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Which Island has the same latitude as Tasmania?

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  • North Island
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What are the differences in climate between New Zealands North and South islands?

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  • The South island is dryer, cooler and more sunlight while the
  • North Island is flatter, warmer and rains more.
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What are the major regions of the North Island?

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  • Northland
  • Auckland
  • Waikato/ Bay of Plenty
  • Gisbourne/ Poverty Bay
  • Hawkes Bay
  • Wairarapa
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What are the major regions of South Island?

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  • Nelson
  • Malborough
  • Waipara/ Canterbury
  • Central Otago
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What is the warmest region of North Island and often the wettest, produces less than 0.4% of New Zealand total wine production?

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  • Northland
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Which are the main grape varieties produced in Auckland?

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Reds: (Bordeaux Varietals)

  • Cabernet Sauvignon
  • Cabernet Franc
  • Merlot

Whites:

  • Chardonnay
  • Pinot Gris
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Name the main grape varieties of Waikato/ Bay of Plenty:

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Whites:

  • Chardonnay
  • Sauvignon Blanc

Reds:

  • Cabernet Sauvignon
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Name the main grape varieties of Gisbourne:

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Whites:

  • Chardonnay
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Name the main grape varieties of Hawkes Bay:

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Whites:

  • Chardonnay

Reds:

  • Bordeaux Blends
  • Syrah
  • Pinot Noir
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Where is Gimblett Gravels situated?

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  • Hawke’s Bay
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Dominant grapes of Gimblett Gravels:

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  • Bordeaux Grapes
  • Syrah
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What are the sub-regions of Auckland?

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  • Kumeu
  • Waiheke
  • Matakana

They are known for premium red blends and varietal wines.

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Which is the smallest and largest area of production in the North Island?

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Smallest: NorthLand

Largest: Hawke’s Bay

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Which are the main grape varieties of Wairarapa?

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Reds:

  • Pinot Noir

Whites:

  • Sauvignon Blanc
  • Chardonnay
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Which sub-region was the first to be registered as GI in New Zealand.

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  • Martinborough
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Where is Martinborough situated?

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  • Wairarapa, North Island
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Which region is home to Church Road Winery?

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  • Hawke’s Bay
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What are the mountain ranges that surrounds Nelson?

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  • Tasman Mountain (west)
  • Richmond Hills (east)
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Which are the most planted grape varities of Nelson?
**Whites:** * Chardonnay * Sauvignon Blanc * Riesling **Reds:** * Pinot Noir * Merlot
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WHat are the **sub-regions** of ***Malborough***?
1. Awatere Valley 2. Wairau Valley 3. Southern Valleys
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Which region is home to **Cloudy Bay**?
* Malborough
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**Malborough** is famous of which grape variety?
* Sauvignon Blanc * Pinot Noir
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What region is home to **Villa Maria**?
* Malborough
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What is the flagship sub-region of Canterbury?
* Waipara
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What is the most planted grape variety of ***Canterbury/Waipara***?
**Canterbury concentrates on**: * Pinot Noir * Chardonnay **Waipara concentrates on**: * Pinot Noir * Riesling
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Which is the **world's *most southerly* wine region** at **45º** and **has the *highest vineyards (450m)* in New Zealand**?
* Central Otago
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What is the dominant red grape variety of **Central Otago**?
* Pinot Noir (70% of the plantings)
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Name **2 Major producers** in **Central Otago**:
1. Felton Road 2. Mt. Difficulty 3. Mud House
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What is the climate of Central Otago?
* Continental, hot summers and cold winters.
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What Wine is largely responsible for putting New Zealand on the map?
* Cloudy Bay's 1985 Sauvignon Blanc
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Which winery controls nearly 2/3 of Marlbrough vineyards through subsidiaries?
* Montana/Pernod Ricard, still manages to maintain quality reputation despite size
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Where is **Bannockburn Hights** located?
* Central Otago
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What are the **sub-regions of Central Otago**?
* Bannockburn, * Bendigo, * Wanaka, * Gibbston Valley, * Cromwell, * Alexandra

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