New Zealand

Question 1

Climate of Northland GI

Answer 1

subtropical

Question 2

Primary grapes of Northland GI

Answer 2

Chardonnay & Pinot Gris

Question 3

Subregions of Auckland GI

Answer 3

-Matakana
-Kumeu
-Waiheke Island

Question 4

Largest producer on Waiheke Island GI

Answer 4

Man O’War

Question 5

Primary Grape of Waiheke Island GI

Answer 5

Syrah
with some Cabernet Sauvignon and Viogner

Question 6

Primary grapes of Auckland GI overall (most to least)

Answer 6

Chardonnay
Syrah
Pinot Gris
Bordeaux varietals

Question 7

Primary Grape of Gisborne GI

Answer 7

Chardonnay

Question 8

What is the oldest winery in New Zealand and where is it located?

Answer 8

Mission Estate in Hawke’s Bay - established in 1851 by Marist priests & is still owned by the Society of Mary

Question 9

What geographical features influence the climate of Gisborne GI?

Answer 9

Raukumara Ranges
Waipaoa River

Question 10

Two significant subregions of Hawke’s Bay GI & what they are known for

Answer 10

-Gimblett Gravels GI
-Bridge Pa Triangle GI
Syrah & Bordeaux Blends

Question 11

What are the 3 subregions of Wairarapa GI?

Answer 11

-Masterton GI
-Gladstone GI
-Martinborough GI

Question 12

What is the major red varietal for Wairarapa GI?

Answer 12

Pinot Noir

Question 13

What is the major white varietal for Wairarapa GI?

Answer 13

Sauvignon Blanc

Question 14

What are the stylistic differences of a Wairarapa Sauvignon Blanc vs. one from Marlborough?

Answer 14

-more restrained with a citrusy, grassy expression

Question 15

What does the name “Wairarapa” mean in Maori?

Answer 15

Glistening Waters

Question 16

What is the body of water that separates the North Island from the South Island?

Answer 16

Cook Strait

Question 17

What climate is Martinborough GI similar to?

Answer 17

Burgundy

Question 18

What climate is Hawke’s Bay similar to?

Answer 18

Bordeaux

Question 19

What geographical factors influence the climate in Wairarapa GI?

Answer 19

Proximity to the Ocean
Tararua Ranges - create rain shield

Question 20

Marlborough is divided into what subregions

Answer 20

-Wairau Valley (N)
-Southern Valleys (Middle)
-Awatere Valley (S)

Question 21

What river flows through Marlborough GI?

Answer 21

Wairau River (flows West to East) - empties into Cloudy Bay

Question 22

What river flows through Marlborough GI?

Answer 22

Wairau River (flows West to East) - empties into Cloudy Bay

Question 23

The Wairau Valley is surrounded by what geographical features?

Answer 23

-Richmond Ranges to North
-Wither Hills to South
-Cloudy Bay to east

Question 24

Nelson GI is divided into which 2 subregions?

Answer 24

-Waimea Plains
-Moutere Hills

Question 25

Name a significant producer from Nelson GI

Answer 25

Neudorf Vineyards (premium Chardonnays)

Question 26

What major city is located within North Canterbury GI?

Answer 26

Christchurch

Question 27

What major subregion is located within North Canterbury GI?

Answer 27

Waipara GI

Question 28

Main varietal planted in North Canterbury GI

Answer 28

Pinot Noir

Question 29

North Canterbury GI is best known for what kind of wine?

Answer 29

Riesling

Question 30

Central Otago GI is best known for this varietal

Answer 30

Pinot Noir

Question 31

Central Otago GI - subregions

Answer 31

-Gibbston -Bannockburn -Cromwell -Lowburn -Pisa -Bendigo -Wanaka -Alexandra

Question 32

Significant producers in Central Otago GI

Answer 32

-Felton Road -Rippon -Prophet's Rock -Gibbston Valley -Quartz Reef Wines -Amisfield

Question 33

Where are most of the vineyards concentrated in Central Otago GI?

Answer 33

Around Lake Dunstan

Question 34

What are the Primary White Grapes in Central Otago GI?

Answer 34

-Pinot Gris -Chardonnay -Riesling

Question 35

Significant producers in Hawke's Bay GI

Answer 35

-Craggy Range -Trinity Hill -Saint Clair Family Estate -Te Mata -Esk Valley -Villa Maria

Question 36

Significant producers in Martinborough GI

Answer 36

-Ata Rangi -Dry River Wines

Question 37

Significant Producers in Marlborough GI

Answer 37

-Greywacke -Framingham -FROMM Winery -Cloudy Bay -Nautilus Estate -Saint Clair Family Estate

Question 38

Significant Producers in North Canterbury GI

Answer 38

-Pegasus Bay -Pyramid Valley Vineyards