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Review Questions
Student Name:______________________ Date:_____________
1. New Zealand is located in the: a.) northern hemisphere b.) southern hemisphere
2. Compared with other New World regions, excepting California, New Zealand wine prices are among the: a.) lowest b.) highest
3. New Zealand has a well-established appellation system similar to what is used in Europe: True/ False?
4. New Zealand wine estates are generally: a.) small b.) large
5. The best wines in New Zealand are to be found in which area of the country? West/ East?
6. The further south you go in New Zealand the climate is: a.) warmer b.) colder
7. The most important varietal in New Zealand viticulture is:_____________________
8. Name the most prominent red varietals of New Zealand:_____________________
9. Reds in New Zealand are typically over-ripe and somewhat pruney: True/ False
10. How many established viticultural districts are there in New Zealand:_________
11. New Zealand climate is described as: a.) Mediterranean b.) Maritime
12. Name one of the largest wine companies of New Zealand:__________________
13. Name one of the top small wine estates of New Zealand:___________________
Extra credit essay question: Compare the wines of Australia and New Zealand. What are the primary similarities or differences?