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New Zealand Flashcards

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The majority of New Zealand’s Syrah plantings are in which region?

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Hawke’s Bay

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Where is Nelson wine region, what is it’s climate like and what’s made there?

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North coast of South Island directly west of Marlborough

Cooler and wetter than Marlborough due to exposure to westerlies from Pacific Ocean.

Sauvignon Blanc, Pinot Noir and Pinot Gris

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What is the highest quality sub region of Hawke’s Bay, what is the soil like and what does it have a high reputation for producing?

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Gimblett Gravels

Well drained, heat absorbing gravel / shingle soils on the valley floor.

High reputation for producing black grapes; Merlot, Cab Sav made in a BDX style. Makes premium Syrah too.

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Which giant French company currently owns and produces around 40% of New Zealand wines?

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Pernod Ricard

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Where is the NZ producer Mud House located?

What are 3 of their wines produced?

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South Island

Waipara Riesling (Canterbury)

Central Otago Pinot Noir

Rapaura Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough)

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Which produces the most wine - North Island or South Island?

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South Island

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Who was the first producer to release a Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc under screw-cap?

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Kim Crawford

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What is New Zealand’s smallest region of production by volume?

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Northland

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What are the primary climate differences between New Zealand’s North and South Islands?

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N. Island: warm, humid, maritime.

S. Island: cooler, more continental

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What are 2 reasons that New Zealand’s wine industry was stagnant for the first half of the 20th century?

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Temperance Movement and Prohibition

Strong Imports

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New Zealand’s wine laws are most similar in structure to those of which of the following countries?

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USA

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Which French wine region is nearest to New Zealand in terms of total hectares under vine?

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Burgundy

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____ and ___ plantings are two of the fastest growing segments in the New Zealand wine industry.

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Pinot Gris / Syrah

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Where is Marlborough wine region, what is it’s climate like and what’s made there?

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NE tip South Island

Wairau - Largest estuary, long sunny days. Side valleys giving aspects and altitudes.
Outstanding Pinot Noir
Sauvignon Blanc - Tropical Fruit

Awatere Valley - Drier, cooler and windier = leaner, more acidic wines.
Sauvignon Blanc - higher acidity and pronounced herbaceous character.
Chardonnay and Pinot Noir too for still and sparkling.
Still Pinot Noir - Med body, fine tannins, cherry and cranberry flavours

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Hawke’s Bay’s many sub-regions can roughly be categorized into 4 larger groups:

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Coastal Areas

River Valleys

Hillsides

Alluvial Plains

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Working North to South what are the 6 main wine regions (and 1 sub-region) of North Island?

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Northland

Auckland

Waikato / Bay of Plenty

Gisbourne

Hawke’s Bay

Wairarapa (contains Martinborough)

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When were the first vine plantings made in New Zealand?

When and by whom was the first wine produced?

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1819, by a Christian missionary on the North Island.

Late 1830’s by James Busby, who planted a small vineyard of Spanish and French varietals on the North Island.

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Name the two sub regions of Marlborough and summarise the main differences between them

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Wairau - Norther section. Largest estuary, long sunny days, side valleys give aspects and altitudes, wines have more tropical fruit flavors

Awatere Valley - Southern section. Drier, cooler, windier = leaner, more acidic wines.

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Where is Gisborne wine region, what is it’s climate, and what is made there?

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East coast of North Island

High temperatures and rainfall plus long sunshine hours

Over half of production is Chardonnay - Ripe tropical fruit

Pinot Gris / Viognier / Gewurztraminer / Muller-Thurgau also planted

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Which is the fastest growing wine region in New Zealand?

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Central Otago

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What are the main black and white grapes of NZ?

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Sauvignon Blanc: Most planted of ALL grapes.

Pinot Noir: second-most planted.

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The _____ Strait is the body of water that separates the North Island from the South Island.

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Cook

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What is the name of New Zealand’s southernmost wine region?

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Central Otago

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24
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What percentage of New Zealand wines are exported?

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75%

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Poverty Bay is a significant geographical feature in which region?

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Gisborne

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Describe a typical NZ Pinot Noir

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Vibrant fruit, fine ripe tannins, soft texture, quite hi alc

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What alcohol by volume percentage would you most likely encounter on a bottle of Pinot Noir from Central Otago?

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14%

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What is one potential hazard of grape growing in NZ. How is it, in part, naturally mitigated?

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Rain can be a problem during ripening but most soils are free draining

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Waiheke Island is a sub-region of which larger New Zealand GI?

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Auckland

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In which New Zealand GI is the sub-region of Bannockburn located?

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Central Otago

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What is New Zealand’s youngest official wine region?

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Central Otago

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32
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What is the name of the initiative to promote the reduction of environmental impact in winemaking in New Zealand?

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“Sustainable Winegrowing New Zealand”

33
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Which global company now owns the famous Cloudy Bay?

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LVMH (Louis Vuitton Moet Hennessy)

34
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Where is Wairarapa, what’s the most important sub region there, what is it’s climate like, what is it most famous for making and what does it taste like?

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Southern Tip of North Island

Martinborough

High Summer temps but wide diurnal range

Pinot Noir - med~full body and ripe with hints of dark plum and spice

35
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Where is Central Otago wine region, what is it’s climate like and what is made there?

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Inland in foothills of Southern New Zealand Alps, south of Canterbury.

Continental climate with RISK of frost damage in Spring and Autumn. Summers warm but large diurnal range. Very intense sunlight = Hi alc
Spread over a number of diff aspects, soils and altitudes

Mainly Pinot Noir, Full bodied, juicy and vibrant with concentrated ripe fruit flavours.
Pinot Gris, Riesling and Chardonnay too.

36
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Working North to South name the 4 wine regions of NZ South Island

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Nelson

Marlborough

Canterbury

Central Otago

37
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What do NZ’s Southern Alps provide?

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A rain shadow that protects Central Otago and Canterbury from weather systems coming from the Tasman Sea.

38
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Why do aromatic white grapes thrive in NZ?

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Because the cool nights retain the aromatic compounds in the grapes

39
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Which is the largest wine growing area (volume and size) in New Zealand?

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Marlborough

40
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What is the 3 Key Factors For Success of NZ wine?

How do these factors affect the grapes?

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Long sunshine hours,

Nights cooled by sea breezes

Long Autumnal ripening period

High sugar, High flavour ripeness and retained acidity

41
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3 examples of Central Otago Pinot Noir producers:

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Rippon

Felton Road.

Mt. Difficulty

42
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Which country imports the most New Zealand wine?

43
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Which grape variety is grown the most in New Zealand?

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Sauvignon Blanc

44
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How would you describe a typical NZ Chardonnay?

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Concentrated citrus and tropical fruits with subtle toast and sweet spice from new French oak

45
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What are the top 4 black grapes in NZ?

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Pinot Noir

Merlot

Cabernet Sauvignon

Syrah

46
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List the 5 most popular white grapes in NZ

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Sauvignon Blanc

Chardonnay

Rielsing

Gewurztraminer

Pinot Gris

47
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What is “Albany Surprise”?

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A hybrid, phylloxera-resistant table grape that was extremely popular in New Zealand until the 1960’s. Prolific variety known for its large, black berries, sweet taste and tough skin.

48
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How does the climate vary from the North Island to the South Island in New Zealand?

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The North Island is warmer and experiences more rainfall

49
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Enrichment, acidification, and chaptalization are all permitted winemaking practices in New Zealand.

True / False?

50
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Which region on New Zealand’s North Island has the most hectares of vines planted?

A

Hawke’s Bay

51
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Approximately how many wineries are there in New Zealand?

52
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What are 3 soil types found in Hawke’s Bay, NZ?

What is the main soil type in the sub-region of Gimblett Gravels?

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Greywacke gravel / heavy silt / sandy loam

Deep shingle soils

53
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Which wine growing region of New Zealand produces the most Merlot?

A

Hawkes Bay

54
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New Zealand producer Villa Maria produces wine in which 3 regions?

One of the first adopters of ____

What 3 other brands do they own?

A

Marlborough / Hawke’s Bay / Auckland

Screwcaps (100% screwcap since 2001)

Te Awa / Esk Valley / Vidal

55
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Which region of New Zealand’s North Island has the driest climate?

A

Hawke’s Bay

56
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Which island are the following regions found on?

  • Marlborough
  • Martinborough
  • Central Otago
  • Hawke’s Bay
  • Gisbourne
  • Canterbury
  • Aukland
  • Wairarapa
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Marlborough: South

Martinborough: North

Central Otago: South

Hawke’s Bay: North

Gisbourne: North

Canterbury: South

Aukland: North

Wairarapa: North

57
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Christchurch is a major city within which NZ region?

A

Canterbury

58
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Where is Auckland wine region, what is it’s climate, what is a risk of it’s climate and what is made there?

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Almost the most northern part of North Island

Warm, wettest part of NZ with a RISK of Fungal diseases

Chardonnay, Merlot and Syrah (with special attention to Cabernet / Merlot blends)

59
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In which month is Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc typically harvested?

60
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Which 2 regions in NZ have developed the highest reputations for Pinot Noir?

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Martinborough

Central Otago

61
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In the year 2000 New Zealand produced fewer than 7 million cases of wine - what had this expanded to by 2015?

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30 million cases

62
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What proportion of the world’s wine crop does New Zealand currently produce?

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1.5% and growing

63
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How would you descripe a typical NZ Sauvignon Blanc?

How would you expect it to be fermented?

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Piercing and pungent; highly intense aromas of passion fruit, jalapeño, ripe grapefruit, and grass.

High acidity.

Fermented in temperature controlled inert vessels

64
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What grape is the region of Gisborne known for?

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Chardonnay

65
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In reference to wine consumption in Australia and New Zealand, what was the “Six-o-Clock Swill” rule?

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Part of the Temperance movement in the first half of the 20th Century, this was a mandatory early closing time for bars and pubs imposed during WW1, lasting till 1967.

66
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What are 3 highly regarded sub-regions of Auckland GI?

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Kumeu,

Waiheke Island

Matakana

67
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Which region is New Zealand’s largest producer of red wines by volume?

A

Hawke’s Bay

68
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Waiheke Island, a subregion of Auckland, is primarily known for its:

A

Bordeaux Blends

69
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Working North to South name the 4 wine regions of NZ South Island

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Nelson

Marlborough

Canterbury

Central Otago

70
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What is the general climate of New Zealand?

A

Influence of Pacific Ocean = Maritime climate

71
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Name the two subregions of Canterbury and briefly summarise the differences between them.

A

West of Christchurch - Plains, cooled by Pacific Ocean

Waipara Valley - Warmed by NW winds, and less exposed to Ocean influence

72
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What is the name of the wine region situated to the west of Marlborough?

73
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Whare is Hawke’s Bay wine region, what is it’s climate like and what’s made there?

A

East coast of North sland, immediately south of Gisbourne.

The warmest main growing area with longest sunshine hours. Has diverse soils, aspects and altitudes

Black grapes esp. Merlot, Cab Sav made in BDX styles and Syrah too

74
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Besides Gimblett Gravels, what are 3 superior sub-regions of Hawke’s Bay?

A

Dartmoor,

Esk River Valley

Ngaruroro Valley

75
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Actor Sam Neill produces top Pinot Noir in Central Otago. What is the winery’s name?

A

Two Paddocks

76
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In which New Zealand GI is the city of Wellington located?

77
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The majority of Canterbury’s vineyards are in what major subregion?

A

Waipara Valley, north of Christchurch

78
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What is the most planted grape in Hawke’s Bay?

79
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Where is Canterbury wine region, what are it’s two sub regions, what is the climate like in each and what’s made there?

A

East coast of South Island immediately south of Marlborough.

The plain to west of Christchurch - Exposed to cooling from Pacific with slight warming from NW winds.
Sauvignon Blanc and Pinot Noir

Larger one, Waipara Valley, to the north - Less exposed to Pacific due to range of hills and more exposed to warm NW winds.
Sauvignon Blanc and Pinot Noir plus hi quality Riesling

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