Lp. Test Questions, New Zealand

Question 1

What is New Zealand’s 2nd most widely planted white grape?

a) Pinot Gris
b) Chardonnay
c) Riesling

Answer 1

b) Chardonnay

Question 2

Which grape growing region in NZ is the warmest and offers the most sunshine hours?

a) Marlborough
b) Hawke’s Bay
c) Nelson

Answer 2

b) Hawke’s Bay

Question 3

What grape does Martinborough have a reputation for?

a) Syrah
b) Sauvignon Blanc
c) Pinot Noir

Answer 3

c) Pinot Noir

Question 4

In what region is Gimblett Gravels located?

a) Nelson
b) Hawke’s Bay
c) Gisborne

Answer 4

b) Hawke’s Bay

Question 5

What grape does Central Otago have a reputation for?

a) Chardonnay
b) Pinot Noir
c) Sauvignon Blanc

Answer 5

b) Pinot Noir

Question 6

What % must apply for stating variety, vintage and grape variety on New Zealand wine labels?

a) 75
b) 90
c) 85

Answer 6

c) 85

Question 7

What type of climate does Auckland have?

a) cool maritime
b) moderate continental
c) warm maritime

Answer 7

c) warm maritime

Question 8

Where in NZ would you find Wairau?

Answer 8

Marlborough on the South Island

Question 9

Where in NZ would you find Wairarapa?

Answer 9

Southernmost region on the North Island.

Question 10

Where in New Zealand would you find Waipara?

Answer 10

Canterbury on the South Island