How Well Do You Know Marlborough Wine?
Marlborough is renowned for its world-class Sauvignon Blanc and a diverse array of other wines. Test your knowledge about this iconic New Zealand wine region!
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- What is the most planted grape variety in Marlborough, New Zealand?Pinot Noir · Riesling · Chardonnay · Sauvignon Blanc
- Which winery's 1985 vintage helped put Marlborough on the map for Sauvignon Blanc?Cloudy Bay · Brancott Estate · Saint Clair · Villa Maria
- What are the main sub-regions of Marlborough?Wairau Valley, Waipara, Awatere Valley · Wairau Valley, Southern Valleys, Awatere Valley · Waipara Valley, Wairarapa, Central Otago · Gimblett Gravels, Awatere Valley, Southern Valleys
- What soil type is predominant in the Wairau Valley sub-region of Marlborough?Limestone soils · Volcanic clay soils · Silty loam soils · Stony alluvial soils
- Which climate condition poses a significant risk to vineyards in Marlborough?Strong coastal winds · Frequent hailstorms · Spring and pre-harvest frost · Excessive rainfall
- Who is considered Marlborough's viticultural pioneer?Kevin Judd · Helen Masters · Michael Brajkovich · David Herd
- What percentage of New Zealand's total wine production comes from Marlborough?50% · 68% · 75% · 80%
- What kind of wines are the Southern Valleys in Marlborough particularly known for?Cabernet Sauvignon · Chardonnay · Merlot · Pinot Noir
- What innovation in vineyard management is employed to counter the frost risk in Marlborough?Soil heating · Greenhouses · Wind turbines · Solar panels
- Which Marlborough sub-region is characterized by its cooler, windier, and drier climate?Hawke’s Bay · Wairau Valley · Southern Valleys · Awatere Valley
- What style of Sauvignon Blanc is typically produced in Marlborough's Awatere Valley?Herbaceous · Tropical · Nutty · Fruit-driven
- Which characteristic is NOT commonly used to describe Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc?Oaky · Citrusy · Grassy · Tropical