New Zealand

Question 1

What are the most planted varieties in Hawke’s Bay? What other varieties are planted?

Answer 1

Chardonnay and Merlot… Sauv Blanc, Pinot Gris, Syrah, Cab Sauv

Question 2

Where is Gimblett Gravels?

Answer 2

Hawke’s Bay, North Island

Question 3

Where is Martinborough? What style is noteworthy there?

Answer 3

Wairarapa… Pinot Noir

Question 4

Marlborough is home to roughly _______ of New Zealand’s vineyards.

Answer 4

70%

Question 5

What is the highest altitude grape growing region on the southern island of NZ?

Answer 5

Otago

Question 6

What mountain range creates a rain shadow effect on the southern island of NZ?

Answer 6

Southern Alps

Question 7

What is the driest winemaking region of the north island?

Answer 7

Hawke’s Bay

Question 8

What are the winemaking regions of the southern island?

Answer 8

Nelson, Marlborough, Canterbury, Otago

Question 9

In what year was Cloudy Bay Sauvignon Blanc released?

Answer 9

1985

Question 10

Varietal labeling in NZ requires what percentage of the listed grape in the wine?

Answer 10

85%