New Zealand Flashcards
1
Q
About NZ landscape?
A
It’s too mountainous and wet to grow grapes in general. The climate is moderate where wine is grown.
2
Q
Where are the wine growing regions? How many are there?
A
10, most lie on the sunny east coast (moderate climate) but spread over North and South Islands.
3
Q
Where are the premium SB grown?
A
Marlborough
4
Q
Where are the premium Chardonnay grown?
A
- Gisborne- Hawke’s Bay- Marlborough
5
Q
Where are the premium Pinot Noir grown?
A
- Martinborough- Marlborough- Central Otago
6
Q
Where are the premium Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot grown?
A
Hawke’s Bay
7
Q
From what other varietals is premiere wine made? Where in NZ?
A
- Alsatian varieties: riesling, pinot gris, gewurztraminer- Cooler parts of South Island
