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If Erstes Gewachs is used on a label, what two principle conclusions can you make?

• ANSWER The wine is dry from an Erste Lage (ie, Grosses Gewachs) and from the Rheingau What are the 4 winegrowing regional levels in Germany (from largest to smallest)?
• ANSWER Anbaugebiet, Bereich, Grosslage, Einzellage What can you conclude about a German wine with the term "Classic" on it (as much detail as possible)?
• ANSWER *PDO level *"Harmoniously Dry" *Above Average Quality *Min Alcohol Level of 12% (11.5 for Mosel)

• Max Residual Sugar 15 g/L *Single grape variety, region, and vintage What can you conclude about a German wine with the term "Selection" on it? - ANSWER *PDO level *"Harmoniously Dry" *Premium Quality

*Must weight at least Auslese level

• From and Einzellage *Max Residual Sugar 9g/L (Riesling 12g/L) What is the Climate of Austria's Winegrowing Areas?

• ANSWER Moderate Continental What are the 3 Key White Wine Grapes in Austria?
• ANSWER Gruner Veltliner, Welschriesling, and Riesling What are the 3 Key Black Grape Varieties in Austria?
• ANSWER Blaufrankisch, St Laurent, and Zweigelt (crossing of first 2) What are the 2 Key General Wine Regions of Austria?
• ANSWER Niederosterriech and Burgenland What are the 2 Key Wine Denominations of Niederosterreich?
• ANSWER Wachau and Weinviertel What are the 4 Key subdivisions of Burgenland?
• ANSWER Neusiedlersee, Neusiedlersee-Hugelland, Mittelburgenland, and Sudburgenland What are the 3 Traditional/Local Wine Labelings for Austrian PDO wines? - ANSWER Qualitatswein, Pradikatswein, and Districtus Austriae Controllatus (DAC)

What is the local term for Austrian PGI wines?

• ANSWER Landwein In the Wachau region, what are the 3 levels of dry wines in increasing order of weight and complexity?
• ANSWER Steinfeder, Federspiel, and Smaragd What is the German translation of PDO?
• ANSWER geschuzte Ursprungsbezeichnung (gU) What are the allowances & requirements of a German QbA wine?
• ANSWER *Produced from grapes grown in a single Anbaugebiete *Indication of style *May undergo must enrichment *Minimum required must weights lower than Pradikatswein What are the allowances & requirements of a German Pradikatswein?
• ANSWER *Produced from grapes in a single Bereich *No must enrichment allowed *Post fermentation sussreserve allowed *Specification of Pradikat level In Germany, what are the key differences between a Deutscher Wein and a Landwein?

• ANSWER Both are PGI levels, but Deutscher Wein allows blending from across Germany, while a Landwein must be trocken or halbtrocken and the minimum must weight is higher. What is the Climate of Hungarian Wine Regions?
• ANSWER Moderate Continental What are the 2 key "non-international" black grape varieties in Hungary
• ANSWER Kekfrankos (Blaufrankisch) and Kadarka What are the 5 key "non-international" white grapes of Hungary?
• ANSWER Furmint, Harslevelu, Sarga Muscotaly (Muscat), Olasz Rizling (Welschriesling), and Irsai Oliver Describe the style of dry wine Furmint makes in Hungary
• ANSWER Concentrated, high acid, aromas of apple, and with age, nuts and honey What are the 3 key grape varieties for making Tokaji wines?
• ANSWER Furmint, Harslevelu, and Sarga Muscotaly Describe the style of a Hungarian Olasz Rizling wine
• ANSWER Crisp, light, dry, with flavor of bitter almond Describe the style of a Hungarian Irsai Oliver wine
• ANSWER Pronounced spicy aromas similar to Muscat or Gewurtzraminer

What are the two traditional grapes of Egri Bikaver, and which grape is used often used today?

• ANSWER Kadarka and Kekfrankos. Today Cabernet Sauvignon often replaces Kedarka. Describe the 3 types of grape harvesting that are used in Hungary
• ANSWER *Harvesting non-Botrytis grapes for dry winemaking *Szamorodni: Harvesting bunches of grapes with different levels of Botrytis *Aszu: Harvesting only Botrytis grapes Describe a Tokaji Szamorodni wine and its possible styles
• ANSWER Wine made from Szamododni harvesting, and can be made dry or sweet depending on level of Botritys infection. Dry style develops flor-like yeast yielding a dry wine akin to Fino Sherry. Sweet style does not, and may show oxidation. Aged for min 1 year cask, 2 years total. Describe the differences in the production of Tokaji Aszu, Tokaji Aszu Essencia, and Tokaji Essencia
• ANSWER *Tokaji Aszu: Aszu harvested grapes added to a dry base wine (or co- fermented) *Tokaji Aszu Essencia: Sweetest category of Tokaji Aszu, with min 180g/L residual sugar *Tokaji Essencia: Free run juice of Aszu harvested grapes, left to slowly ferment, typically to 5% abv and with min 450g/L residual sugar.

True or False: The Szamorodni, Aszu, and Essencia wines encompass all the sweet wines made in Hungary

• ANSWER False: Modern sweet wines are made outside of these categories, in particular due to less oak ageing What are the ageing requirements for Tokaji Aszu wines?
• ANSWER 2 years in oak, 3 years total Define the 5 key levels of Tokaji Aszu
• ANSWER Defined by minimum residual sugar levels, in increments of 30g/L. 3 Puttonyos: 60g/L 4 ": 90g/L 5 ": 120g/L 6 ": 150g/L Aszu Essencia: 180g/L What is the Climate of Greece overall?
• ANSWER Warm-Hot Mediterranean Describe the character of Greece's vineyard soils
• ANSWER Rocky and low in nutrients What are the two prominent hazards in Greek vineyards?
• ANSWER Drought and high wind in many areas

In addition to various PGI wines, what are the 3 regions of primary importance in Greek viticulture?

• ANSWER Naoussa, Nemea, and Santorini What are the 2 key Black Grape Varieties of Greece ? - ANSWER Xinomavro and Agiorgitiko Name the 3 Key White Grape Varieties of Greece
• ANSWER Assyrtiko, Savatiano, and Roditis What is the climate range of Italy?
• ANSWER Cool to Hot Mediterranean (North to South) What is a significant viticultural threat in Piemonte?
• ANSWER Hail Out of the myriad soil types in Italy, what do the 2 most important tend to be? - ANSWER Clay/Limestone (Marine) and Volcanic Name the 8 Key Wine Regions of Piemonte
• ANSWER Barolo, Barbaresco, Barbera d'Asti, Dolcetto d'Alba, Gavi, Langhe, Dogliani (Dolcetto), and Roero What is the climate in the Northwest of Spain? - ANSWER Moderate Maritime

What is the climate on the East Coast of Spain? - ANSWER Warm-Hot Mediterranean What is the climate of Spain further inland from the Coasts - ANSWER Hot Continental Describe the yearly weather variation in the North, Center, and East Coast of Spain

• ANSWER The North, from Rioja to the Atlantic, has significant variation from year to year, in particular due to rain, The rest of Spain has little vintage variation. What is the most common vineyard soil type outside of the far Northwest of Spain? - ANSWER Limestone/Chalk What kind of soil does the Northwest of Spain tend to have? - ANSWER Granite What are the 3 Key "Non-international" Black Grapes of Spain? - ANSWER Tempranillo, Garnacha, and Monastrell What are the 4 Key "Non-international" White Grapes of Spain? - ANSWER Arien, Viura (Macabeo), Verdejo, and Albarino What country has the largest area under vine? - ANSWER Spain Which country produces the 3rd largest volume of wine? - ANSWER Spain

Describe the traditionally most common vinegrowing style in Spain? What are the reasons for this style? - ANSWER Bush-trained, widely spaced. Keeps fruit shaded from sun, and allows vines access to more water reserves. Describe the differences between traditional and "modern" winemaking styles for Spanish whites and reds. - ANSWER Traditionally, higher temperature fermentations, use of American oak, and long, oxidative ageing. Modern styles use temperature control and more stainless steel for fermentation, French oak for ageing, unoaked whites, and shorter ageing periods. What are the 6 Key General Vineyard Regions of Spain? - ANSWER The Northwest, the Upper Ebro, Catalonia, the Duero Valley, the Levante, and Castilla-La Mancha What are the Key Specific Wine Designations in the Upper Ebro? - ANSWER Navarra, Rioja, Calatayud, and Carinena What are the Key Specific Wine Designations in Catalonia? - ANSWER Catalunya, Penedes, and Priorat What are the Key Wine Designations in the Duero Valley? - ANSWER Ribera del Duero, Rueda, Toro, and Castilla y Leon (VdlT) Name the Key Wine Designations in the Northwest of Spain - ANSWER Rias Biazas and Bierzo Name the Key Wine Designations of the Levante - ANSWER Valencia, Jumilla, and Yecla

Name the Key Wine Designations of Castilla-La Mancha - ANSWER La Mancha, Valdepenas, Vinos de Pago, VdlT de Castilla What are the 4 Traditional Terms under the PDO classification of Spanish Wines? - ANSWER Demoninacion de Origen (DO), " " " Calificada (DOCa), Vinos de Pago (VP), and Vinos de Calidad con Indicacion Geografica (VCIG) What is the Traditional Term for PGI wines in Spain? - ANSWER Vino de la Tierra (VdlT) What are the 2 DOCa wines of Spain? - ANSWER Rioja and Priorat (latter uses DOQ term since Calificada=Qualificada there) What are Vinos de Pago in Spain? - ANSWER Estate grown, vinified, and matured. Estate must have "high reputation". (Only 9 estates in 2010 qualified.) What is the reason for the Vinos de Calidad con Indicacion Geografica (VCIG) category in Spain? - ANSWER Stepping stone between VdlT and DO levels. A region must hold VCIG status for 5 years before applying to DO status. How long must a region in Spain have DO status before it can apply for DOCa upgrade? - ANSWER 10 years What are the ageing requirements for Spanish red and white wines to be labeled "Joven". - ANSWER No ageing requirements. Wines can be released the year following vintage.

What are the ageing requirements for Spanish red and white wines to be labeled "Crianza"? What are the requirements for the exceptions to the general law? - ANSWER *Reds: 6 months in oak, 2 years total *Ribera del Duero and Rioja Reds: 1 year oak, 2 years total *Whites (incl Rioja): No oak ageing, 18 months total What are the ageing requirements for Spanish red and white wines to be labeled "Reserva"? What are the requirements for the exceptions to the general law? - ANSWER *Reds (incl Ribera del Duero and Rioja): 1yr oak, 3 yrs total *Whites: 6 months oak, 18 months total What are the ageing requirements for Spanish red and white wines to be labeled "Gran Reserva"? What are the requirements for the exceptions to the general law? - ANSWER *Reds: 18 months Oak, 5 yrs total *Ribera del Duero and Rioja Reds: 2 yrs oak, 5 yrs total *Whites: 6 months oak, 4 yrs total *Rioja Whites: 1 yr oak, 4 yrs total What grapes can be found in Priorat wines? - ANSWER Garnacha, Carinena, and Cabernet Sauvignon What is the general climate of Priorat, and what are key features that help in making fine, structured wines here? - ANSWER Warm Mediterranean. Higher altitude results in cooler temperatures and a higher dirunal range. The soils are red slate and mica, which reflect sunlight during the day and absorb heat for slow nighttime ripening.

Describe the climatic range of Rioja - ANSWER In the Rioja Alvesa and Alta, the climate has maritime influence, with lower dirunal range and cooling winds (though there is protection from some rain storms from the North-Northwest). In the Rioja Baja, the climate is more continental, warmer days, with larger diurnal range and less rainfall. Describe the climate of Ribera del Duero - ANSWER Warm-Hot Continental, though higher altitudes mitigate this resulting in higher dirunal ranges. How do the Tempranillos from Ribera del Duero and Rioja differ? - ANSWER Climate in Ribera del Duero is more continental with more sunlight and higher diurnal range. Also, the clone there has thicker skins. The resulting Tempranillos tend to be darker, with more tannins and flavors from the skins, and higher acidity. Describe the climate of Portugal - ANSWER Warm Maritime near coast, Warm-Hot Continental inland What is a viticultural hazard in Portugal? - ANSWER Rain in the coastal regions can lead to fungal disease and swollen grapes before harvest What are the key PDO regions of Portugal, noting whether they are Northern, Central, or Southern - ANSWER Northern: Vinho Verde, Dao, Bairrada, and Duero Central: None Southern: Alentejo Name the key PGI regions of Portugal, noting whether they are Northern, Central, or Southern - ANSWER Northern: Beiras Central: Tejo and Lisboa

Southern: Alentejano and Peninsula de Setubal What is the traditional term for PDO wines in Portugal? - ANSWER Denominaçao de Origem Protegida (DOC) Describe what Reserva indicates in Portugal - ANSWER Reserva indicates a DOC wine with "distinctive organoleptics" and of minimum alcohol 0.5% higher than the legal minimum Describe what "Garrafeira" indicates in Portugal - ANSWER Garrafeira indicates a DOC or IGP (i.e., PDO or PGI) wine with "distinctive organoleptics". Reds aged a minimum of 30 months (12 months min in bottle). Whites and Roses aged a minimum of 12 months (6 months min in bottle). What are the 5 KeyBlack Grapes of Douro wines, especially for Port? - ANSWER Touriga Nacional, Touriga Franca, Tinta Roriz (Tempranillo), Tinta Barroca, and Tinto Cao. Describe the climate of the Douro Valley Winegrowing region - ANSWER The climate varies from warm maritime in the West to hot continental in the East. Describe the key viticultural factors in the qualities of Douro wines? - ANSWER Vineyards of varying altitudes, on slopes with various aspects yielding fruit of various ripeness for blending; slate-like schist soil drains well, reflects heat at night aiding in ripening grapes sufficiently; altitude and level of continentality lead to larger diurnal range and fresher acidity. The table wines are made from vineyards that promote a balance of ripeness and acidity.

What are the 5 Key White Grapes of the Vinho Verde DOC. - ANSWER Loureiro, Arinto, Trajadura, Avesso, and Alvarinho What is the "workhorse" White Grape used throughout Portugal that makes semi- aromatic, fresh, fruity wines with good levels of acidity even in hot conditions? - ANSWER Arinto (used in Bucelas within Lisboa, Vinho Verde, Alentejo, and other IGP wines in the Center and South) What is the climate range of California winegrowing? - ANSWER Moderate-Warm Mediterranean, Hot & Dry Central Valley, Cooler Coastal Fog Zones Describe Washington's Climate to the East of the Cascades - ANSWER Arid, Extreme Continental What is Oregon's Climate West of the Cascades? - ANSWER Moderate Maritime Describe the Climate of the Niagara Penninsula - ANSWER Moderate Continental, Cold Winters Describe the Weather in Western Oregon. Is there significant variation in vintage?

• ANSWER Sunny days, Cool nights. There can be significant vintage variation due to the maritime climate. True or False: Irrigation is widespread in both California and Eastern Washington. - ANSWER True, Mediterranean California has little growing season rain, and Eastern Washington is arid due to Cascade Mountain Range acting as a rain shadow.

What are some reasons why California wines are often high in alcohol, off-dry, and/or lower in acidity than those of traditional, old world styles? - ANSWER One explanation is that the popular style in the US is to let grapes hang longer than by "old world" standards. This, combined with reliably sunny days, yields grapes with high sugar ripeness levels. A second possibility is that the grapes are from a warm- hot area, and reached sugar ripeness quickly, but the growers had to wait for further physiological ripeness, leading to even higher sugar levels. In addition, the Mediterranean climate of most of the winegrowing areas generally means smaller dirunal temperture range, and thus lower overall acidities. What are 5 Key AVAs of Napa County? - ANSWER Napa Valley, Rutherford, Oakville, Mount Veeder, and Carneros (shared with Sonoma) What are 5 Key AVAs of Sonoma County? - ANSWER Sonoma County, Russian River Valley, Alexander Valley, Dry Creek Valley, and Carneros (shared with Napa) What are the 2 key AVAs of Washington State? - ANSWER Yakima Valley and Columbia Valley What are the 5 Key Grapes of Washington State? - ANSWER Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Syrah, Chardonnay, and Riesling What are the 3 Key Grapes of Oregon? - ANSWER Pinot Noir, Pinot Gris, and Chardonnay What 2 key grape varieties does Canada use to make icewine? - ANSWER Riesling and Vidal

Is Vidal a Vitus Vinifera "original", a modern crossing, or a hybrid? - ANSWER Hybrid What is the minimum percentage of grape variety that must be present in a varietally-labeled US wine? - ANSWER 75% What is the minimum percentage of wine must come from a vintage dated US wine? - ANSWER 95% How do the Cabernets of Mount Veeder differ from those of the Napa valley floor below? - ANSWER Riper, darker fruit; more alcohol; firmer tannins (Above fog line; more intense sunlight; less fertile, well draining soil; berries end up smaller in diameter). Describe the general climate of Chile - ANSWER Warm Mediterranean, Cooler and Wetter in South True or False: Chile has little vintage variation except in years of El Nino rains - ANSWER True What are the 5 most common black grapes in Chile? - ANSWER Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Carmenere, Syrah, and Pinot Noir Name the 4 general winegrowing regions of Chile from North to South - ANSWER Coquimbo, Aconcagua, Central Valley, and the Southern Region What are the 2 key regions within the Coquimbo region? - ANSWER Elqui and Limari

Name the 3 key regions of the Aconcagua region - ANSWER Aconcagua, Casablanca, and San Antonio What are the 4 key regions in the Central Valley of Chile? - ANSWER Maipo, Rapel, Curico, and Maule Name the 2 important areas within the Rapel Valley - ANSWER Cachapoal and Colchagua What is the key black grape of Colchagua, often driving blends there: Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Carmenere, Syrah, or Pinot Noir? - ANSWER Cabernet Sauvignon What is the traditional/local PDO term in Chile? - ANSWER Denominacion de Origen (DO) What restrictions does the DO level in Chile impose on the grape origins and use in vintage dated blends? - ANSWER Minimum Levels: 75% of the grapes must be from stated DO 75% of the grapes must be of the variety stated on label 75% of the grapes grown in stated vintage year What does "Reserva" indicate on a Chilean wine label? - ANSWER No legal meaning, but usually an indication of higher quality level within a winemaker's portfolio

Briefly describe the key geographical and weather features of the Casablanca and San Antonio winegrowing areas - ANSWER Between coastal mountains and the Pacific, with cooling morning fog and afternoon ocean breezes. True or False: Black grapes, specifically Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon, dominate growing in Casablanca - ANSWER False: White grapes lead in this cooler area of Chile, and as for the black grapes, it is Syrah and Pinot Noir that are most important What are the significant cooling influences in Chile? - ANSWER Cold ocean current (Humboldt), ocean breezes near the coast, and Andes mountain air flowing down Describe the differences between Cachapoal and Colchagua in geography and mesoclimate. - ANSWER Cachapoal is cut off from the ocean influence by coastal range, a warm aream but with cooling Andes air in the East; Colchagua is warm in the center but open to Andes air in the East, and cooling ocean effects as you move further west toward the ocean. Describe the climate of premium Argentinian viticultural areas. - ANSWER Continental at high altitudes (Hot, dry Summers mitigated by altitude, high diurnal range, increased sunlight intensity) What are the 3 Key Black Grape Varieties of Argentina? - ANSWER Malbec, Bonarda, and Cabernet Sauvignon What are 2 key White Grape Varieties of Argentina? - ANSWER Torrontes and Chardonnay

What are the 7 Key General Regions of Argentina? - ANSWER Salta, Catamarca, La Roja, San Juan, Mendoza, Neuquen, and Rio Negro Name the 3 Key Viticultural Areas within Mendoza (in order of highest to lowest altitude if possible) - ANSWER Uco Valley, Lujan de Cuyo, and Maipu' Describe the general climate of South African viticultural areas - ANSWER Warm- Hot Mediterranean overall, with some maritime areas What are the 2 principle cooling influences on the Cape? - ANSWER Cape Doctor wind in Summer from SouthEast, cold Benguela ocean current flowing up West coast. What are the key soils of Stellenbosch? - ANSWER Limestone and Sandstone What are the top 4 Black Grapes of South Africa? - ANSWER Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Syrah, and Pinotage Is Pinotage: a) an "original" Vitus Vinifera variety, b) a crossing, or c) a hybrid? - ANSWER b) A crossing (between Pinot Noir and Cinsault) Name the top 3 White Grape Varieties of South Africa (aside from Colombard mostly used for brandy) - ANSWER Chenin Blanc (Steen), Sauvignon Blanc, and Chardonnay Name the Key Districts or Wards of the Coastal Region of South Africa - ANSWER Districts: Stellenbosch, Paarl, and Swartland

Wards: Constantia, Durbanville (in Tygerberg District) Name the Key Districts of the Breede River Valley Region - ANSWER Worcester and Robertson Districts What is the Key District on the coast of South Africa is not part of a larger "Region"? - ANSWER Walker Bay District What key wine do the Wards of Elgin and Elim produce? - ANSWER Sauvignon Blanc What key wine is Stellenbosch known for? - ANSWER Bordeaux blends What percentage of the grapes in a South African Wine of Origin (WO) must come from the stated region? - ANSWER 100% What percentage of the grapes in a South African Wine of Origin (WO) must come from the stated grape variety? - ANSWER 85% What percentage of the grapes in a South African Wine of Origin (WO) must come from the stated vintage year? - ANSWER 85% What are some key aspects of Stellenbosch that explain the style, quality, and prices for its wines? - ANSWER Has a variety of altitude, soil, and aspect choices in a small area; cooling Summertime ocean breeze funneled in from False Bay by the moutnains that surround; sufficient Winter rain for water stores. The reputations have been built up based on the quality, leading to higher prices.

Describe Australia's climate - ANSWER Mostly Warm-Hot Mediterranean, Maritime in Margaret River (Western Australia); Cool areas Near Coast and at Altidude. True or False: There is little vintage variation in Australia's winegrowing areas - ANSWER False: In the Margaret River and other "marginal" sites, there can be significant vintage variation. Otherwise, there is little vintage variation. What are other common names for the Mataro grape of Australia? - ANSWER Monastrell or Mourvedre What is the most widespread weather hazard in Australia? - ANSWER Drought What are the 5 Larger Level Regions found on Australian wine labels? - ANSWER South-Eastern Australia, South Australia, Victoria, New South Wales, and Western Australia What major regions does the "South-Eastern Australia" designation encompass? - ANSWER South Australia, Victoria, and New South Wales What are the 9 Key Wine Areas of South Australia? - ANSWER Adelaide Hills, Barossa Valley, Clare Valley, Coonawara, Eden Valley, Limestone Coast, McLaren Vale, Padthaway, and Riverland. What are the 4 Key Wine Areas of Victoria? - ANSWER Yarra Valley, Geelong, Mornington Peninsula, and Heathcote

What is the name of the main Eurasian vine species for winemaking? - ANSWER Vitis vinifera. Why are American vines used? - ANSWER American vines are widely used for their rootstocks rather than producing grapes for winemaking. What are some of the factors a grape grower will consider when trying to decide which grape variety to select? - ANSWER Budding and ripening times, resistance to disease. Why are vines grown from cuttings? - ANSWER To grow a new vine that is the same variety. If seeds are used they would grow into a different variety. What is a clone? - ANSWER A mutation of a grape variety that has a small difference to the original and is still genetically identical. Why might a new grape variety be created? - ANSWER To thrive in certain climates and soil conditions, or have improved disease resistance, or be able to deliver higher quality or quantity of grapes. How are new grape varieties created? - ANSWER Cross fertilisation of flowers from different vines. What is a crossing? Give an example of a crossing. - ANSWER A new variety produced from vitis vinifera vines. An example is Pinotage (Pinot Noir x Cinsault).

What is a hybrid? Give an example of a hybrid. - ANSWER A variety whose parents come from two different vine species. Typically at least one parent is an American vine. They are often used for rootstocks. An example used for winemaking is Vidal. What are the 2 Key Wine Areas of New South Wales? - ANSWER Hunter Valley and Riverina What are the 3 Key Wine Areas of Western Australia? - ANSWER Margaret River, Frankland River, and Mount Barker What grape variety is the Hunter Valley best known for? - ANSWER Semillon What grape variety is Barossa best known for? - ANSWER Shiraz (Syrah) What grape variety is Connawara best known for? - ANSWER Cabernet Sauvignon What grape variety is Clare Valley best known for? - ANSWER Riesling For which grape variety is Eden Valley best known? - ANSWER Riesling For which grape variety are the Adelaide Hills best known? - ANSWER Chardonnay For which grape variety is Yarra Valley best known? - ANSWER Pinot Noir

For which grape varieties is Margaret River best known? - ANSWER Cabernet Sauvignon and Chardonnay For what wine is Rutherglen best known? - ANSWER Liqueur Muscat (fortified) What percentage of grapes must come from the Geographical Indication stated on an Australian wine label? - ANSWER 85% What percentage of grapes must be of the stated variety on an Australian wine label? - ANSWER 85% What percentage of grapes must come from the stated vintage on an Australian wine label? - ANSWER 85% Describe the general Climate of the North and South Islands of New Zealand - ANSWER Maritime; Warmer and Humid in North, Cooler with more Sunshine in South Why are most vineyards in New Zealand planted on the Eastern seaboard? - ANSWER Central mountain range helps block rain coming from East/Northeast What kind of soils are found in much of Marlborough? - ANSWER Stony Describe the overall winemaking style in New Zealand - ANSWER Use of stainless steel and temperature control

What are the Key Regions of New Zealand's North Island (from North to South)? - ANSWER Auckland, Gisborne, Hawke's Bay, and Martinborough What are the Key Regions of New Zealand's South Island (from North to South) - ANSWER Nelson, Marlborough, Cantebury, and Central Otago For what grape variety is Martinborough best known for? - ANSWER Pinot Noir For what grape varieties is Marlborough best known? - ANSWER Sauvignon Blanc and Chardonnay For what grape varieties is Hawke's Bay known for? - ANSWER Bordeaux Blend (Cab/Merlot) and Syrah For what grape variety is Central Otago best known? - ANSWER Pinot Noir What is the climate of Central Otago? - ANSWER Continental What features of Hawke's Bay make it a quality area for the grape varieties it is best known for? - ANSWER It's the warmer of the areas of New Zealand, has the most sunshine hours, and contains the specific area of Gimblet Gravels, all of which make for ripe Cabernet blends and Syrah.