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Gisborne

Grapes, Winemaking & Wine Laws · 6 questions · 400 pts

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1 What kind of wine is Gisborne in New Zealand best known for?

A White wine B Sweet fortified wine C Full-bodied red wine D Sparkling rosé wine

2 Which grape is Gisborne's signature variety and the most planted in the region?

A Sauvignon Blanc B Riesling C Chardonnay D Pinot Noir

3 With which marketing phrase has Gisborne long promoted itself?

A The oldest vineyard in New Zealand B The Chardonnay Capital of New Zealand C The coolest wine region in New Zealand D The sparkling heart of New Zealand

4 Besides Chardonnay, Gisborne is also well known for which type of grapes?

A Grapes for port-style wines B Thick-skinned red wine grapes C Neutral grapes for spirits D Aromatic white grapes

5 What type of closure is typically used for Gisborne's white wines?

A Glass stopper B Wax-sealed cork C Natural cork D Screwcap

6 Which statement about red wine in Gisborne is most accurate?

A No red wine grapes may be planted at all B Red grapes such as Merlot are grown on a smaller scale C Only Pinot Noir is permitted as a red grape D Red wine makes up the bulk of the region's output