New Zealand Flashcards
When, by who and where was the first wine production recorded in New Zealand?
In 1840s by James Busby at his estate in Watangi, Northland.
What is the most widely planted grape in New Zealand?
Sauvignon Blanc.
Who was Romeo Bragato?
Australian viticulturist from Victoria, Australia who was tasked with studying NZ vineyards as well as educating the growers on the merits of grafting vines onto American rootstock to combat phylloxera.
What was the “Six O’clock Swill” and how did it affected the wine industry in NZ?
How long did it last?
An early closing hour for pubs which impacted the alcohol business.
From WW1 until 1967.
What is “Albany Surprise”?
A hybrid which was the most planted grape in NZ in the 60s.
Who established the first commercial winery in Marlborough NZ?
When?
Montana
1973
In New Zealand, which producer released the country’s first varietal wine?
Montana released Gisborne Chardonnay.
Which mountain range is present in the South Island?
How does it impact the weather?
Southern Apls
Rain shadow effect for the wine regions.
Which wine region is the southern most in the world?
Central Otago.
Which country has the highest price on average per bottle of wine in the world?
New Zealand.
Which winery was the first one to release a wine under screwcap closure?
Kim Crawford in Marlborough.
Where is Northland?
North Island, New Zealand.
Where is Auckland?
North Island, New Zealand
Where is Waikato/Bay of Plenty?
North Island, New Zealand
Where is Gisborne?
North Island, New Zealand
Where is Hawke’s Bay?
North Island, New Zealand
Where is Wairarapa?
North Island, New Zealand
What are the major regions of North Island in NZ?
- Northland
- Auckland
- Waikato/Bay of Plenty
- Gisborne
- Hawke’s Bay
- Wairarapa
Where is Nelson?
South Island, New Zealand.
Where is Marlborough?
South Island, New Zealand.
Where is Canterbury?
South Island, New Zealand.
Where is Waitaki Valley?
South Island, New Zealand.
Where is Central Otago?
South Island, New Zealand.
What are the major regions of South Island in NZ?
- Nelson
- Marlborough
- Canterbury
- Waitaki Valley
- Central Otago
Where is Kerikeri?
Northland, unofficial region.
Where is Kaitaia?
Northland, unofficial region.
Where is Whangarei?
Northland, unofficial region.
What are the unofficial sub-regions of Northland?
- Kerikeri
- Kaitaia
- Whangarei
What is the most planted grape in Auckland?
Chardonnay
What are the most common grapes in Auckland?
Chardonnay and Pinot Gris
Merlot and Syrah
Where is Matakana?
In Auckland, official sub-region.
Where is Waiheke Island?
In Auckland, official sub-region.
Where is Kumeu?
In Auckland, official sub-region.
What are the official sub-regions of Auckland?
- Matakana
- Waiheke Island
- Kumeu
What are the unofficial sub-regions of Auckland?
- Huapai
- Henderson
- South Auckland
- West Auckland
- Clevedon
What are the main viticultural hazards in Auckland?
Rot and frost.
Which region has the driest climate of the North Island in NZ?
Hawke’s Bay.
How else is Gisborne known as?
Poverty Bay.
What is the most planted red grape in Hawkes Bay?
Merlot.
For what style of wines is Gimblett Gravels best known for?
Good quality Syrah and Bordeaux Blends.
What is the sole official sub-region of Hawkes Bay?
Central Hawkes Bay
Where can you find Esk River Valley?
Unofficial sub-region in Hawkes Bay, New Zealand.
Where can you find Ngaruroro River Valley?
Unofficial sub-region in Hawkes Bay, New Zealand.
Where can you find Bridge Pa sub-region?
Unofficial sub-region in Hawkes Bay, New Zealand.
Where can you find Ohiti sub-region?
Unofficial sub-region in Hawkes Bay, New Zealand.
Which region is the southern most on the North Island in New Zealand?
Wairarapa.
Which grapes are dominant in Gisborne?
White grapes: Chardonnay, Pinot Gris, Gewurztraminer and Viognier.
What are the official sub-regions of Wairarapa?
- Martinborough
- Gladstone
Where is Martinborough?
Wairarapa, North Island, New Zealand.
Where is Gladstone?
Wairarapa, North Island, New Zealand.
Which varieties are the most successful in Wairarapa?
Sauvignon Blanc and Pinot Noir.
Which region in New Zealand is the sunniest?
Nelson.
Which two names came together into a partnership in 1988 for sparkling wine production in New Zealand?
Montana and Champagne Deutz?
Where is Wairau Valley?
Unofficial sub-region in Marlborough, New Zealand.
Where can you find the Southern Valleys?
Unofficial sub-region in Marlborough, New Zealand.
Where can you find Awatere Valley?
Unofficial sub-region in Marlborough, New Zealand.
What are the unofficial regions of Marlborough?
- Wairau Valley
- Southern Valleys
- Awatere Valley
What is generally the soil in Marlborough?
Sandy, alluvial loam topsoil over gravel.
Where can you find Waipara Valley or Waipara?
Official sub-region of Canterbury in New Zealand on the South Island.
Which region has the highest altitude in New Zealand?
Central Otago.
What is the climate in Central Otago?
Continental.
Where would you find Gibbston?
Unofficial sub-region in Central Otago, New Zealand.
Where would you find Wanaka?
Unofficial sub-region in Central Otago, New Zealand.
Where would you find Cromwell Basin?
Unofficial sub-region in Central Otago, New Zealand.
Where would you find Bannockburn GI?
Official sub-region in Central Otago, New Zealand.
Where would you find Alexandra Basin?
Unofficial sub-region in Central Otago, New Zealand.