The Wines of Australia and New Zealand

Question 1

Name the 2 top red grapes and the 2 top white grapes grown in Australia.

Answer 1

Shiraz and Cabernet Sauvignon and Sauvignon Blanc and Chardonnay

Question 2

Name the 4 states of Australia known for grape production and one wine district from each state.

Answer 2

South Australia (Adelaide Hills, Clare Valley, Coonawarra, Barossa Valley, McLaren Vale), New South Whales (Hunter Valley), Victoria (Yarra Valley), and Western Australia (Margaret River).

Question 3

What Australian region is known for sparkling wines?

Answer 3

Tasmania

Question 4

If a label specifies a district of Australia what % of the wine must originate from that district.

Answer 4

85%

Question 5

What are some recent good vintages for Australian wine?

Answer 5

10, 12, 13

Question 6

When did New Zealand record its first vintage?

Answer 6

1863

Question 7

Name New Zealand’s 3 main grape varieties.

Answer 7

Sauvignon Blanc, Pinot Noir, and Chardonnay

Question 8

Name 3 of the most important wine making regions of New Zealand.

Answer 8

Gisborne, Hawke’s Bay, Martinborough / Wairarapa, Marlborough, and Central Otago

Question 9

Does NZ produce more whites or reds.

Answer 9

White

Question 10

What are the flavor characteristics of Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc?

Answer 10

Crisp, mineral, acidic flavors of grapefruit, lime, or other tropical fruit