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What mountain range creates a rain shadow over New Zealands South Island?

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  • The Southern Alps
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What is the most planted white grape variety in New Zealand?

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  • Sauvignon Blanc followed by Chardonnay
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What % of grapes is required for a stated Vintage and Varietal on label?

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  • 85%
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New Zealand has the same label integrity programme as Australia following which rule?

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  • The 85% rule
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What is the most widely planted red grape variety of New Zealand?

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  • Pinot Noir
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New Zealand comprises which two islands?

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  1. North Island
  2. South Island
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Which Island has the same latitude as Tasmania?

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  • North Island
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What are the differences in climate between New Zealands North and South islands?

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  • The South island is dryer, cooler and more sunlight while the
  • North Island is flatter, warmer and rains more.
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What are the major regions of the North Island?

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  • Northland
  • Auckland
  • Waikato/ Bay of Plenty
  • Gisbourne/ Poverty Bay
  • Hawkes Bay
  • Wairarapa
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What are the major regions of South Island?

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  • Nelson
  • Malborough
  • Waipara/ Canterbury
  • Central Otago
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What is the warmest region of North Island and often the wettest, produces less than 0.4% of New Zealand total wine production?

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  • Northland
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Which are the main grape varieties produced in Auckland?

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Reds: (Bordeaux Varietals)

  • Cabernet Sauvignon
  • Cabernet Franc
  • Merlot

Whites:

  • Chardonnay
  • Pinot Gris
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Name the main grape varieties of Waikato/ Bay of Plenty:

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Whites:

  • Chardonnay
  • Sauvignon Blanc

Reds:

  • Cabernet Sauvignon
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Name the main grape varieties of Gisbourne:

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Whites:

  • Chardonnay
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Name the main grape varieties of Hawkes Bay:

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Whites:

  • Chardonnay

Reds:

  • Bordeaux Blends
  • Syrah
  • Pinot Noir
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Where is Gimblett Gravels situated?

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  • Hawke’s Bay
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Dominant grapes of Gimblett Gravels:

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  • Bordeaux Grapes
  • Syrah
18
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What are the sub-regions of Auckland?

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  • Kumeu
  • Waiheke
  • Matakana

They are known for premium red blends and varietal wines.

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Which is the smallest and largest area of production in the North Island?

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Smallest: NorthLand

Largest: Hawke’s Bay

20
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Which are the main grape varieties of Wairarapa?

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Reds:

  • Pinot Noir

Whites:

  • Sauvignon Blanc
  • Chardonnay
21
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Which sub-region was the first to be registered as GI in New Zealand.

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  • Martinborough
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Where is Martinborough situated?

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  • Wairarapa, North Island
23
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Which region is home to Church Road Winery?

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  • Hawke’s Bay
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What are the mountain ranges that surrounds Nelson?

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  • Tasman Mountain (west)
  • Richmond Hills (east)
25
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Which are the most planted grape varities of Nelson?

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Whites:

  • Chardonnay
  • Sauvignon Blanc
  • Riesling

Reds:

  • Pinot Noir
  • Merlot
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WHat are the sub-regions of Malborough?

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  1. Awatere Valley
  2. Wairau Valley
  3. Southern Valleys
27
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Which region is home to Cloudy Bay?

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  • Malborough
28
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Malborough is famous of which grape variety?

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  • Sauvignon Blanc
  • Pinot Noir
29
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What region is home to Villa Maria?

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  • Malborough
30
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What is the flagship sub-region of Canterbury?

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  • Waipara
31
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What is the most planted grape variety of Canterbury/Waipara?

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Canterbury concentrates on:

  • Pinot Noir
  • Chardonnay

Waipara concentrates on:

  • Pinot Noir
  • Riesling
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Which is the world’s most southerly wine region at 45º and has the highest vineyards (450m) in New Zealand?

A
  • Central Otago
33
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What is the dominant red grape variety of Central Otago?

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  • Pinot Noir (70% of the plantings)
34
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Name 2 Major producers in Central Otago:

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  1. Felton Road
  2. Mt. Difficulty
  3. Mud House
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What is the climate of Central Otago?

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  • Continental, hot summers and cold winters.
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What Wine is largely responsible for putting New Zealand on the map?

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  • Cloudy Bay’s 1985 Sauvignon Blanc
37
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Which winery controls nearly 2/3 of Marlbrough vineyards through subsidiaries?

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  • Montana/Pernod Ricard, still manages to maintain quality reputation despite size
38
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Where is Bannockburn Hights located?

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  • Central Otago
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What are the sub-regions of Central Otago?

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  • Bannockburn,
  • Bendigo,
  • Wanaka,
  • Gibbston Valley,
  • Cromwell,
  • Alexandra

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