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Region Hierarchy |
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Climate(s) |
Moderate Maritime
Notes: High rainfall, but lots of sunshine and warm temperatures. |
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Elevation |
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Notes |
With Fertile plains and lots of rain, grapes tend to be over ripe and have less concentration. Hillside vineyards tend to produce better wines.
North Island notes: Vine and canopy management is needed to keep the vines from getting overgrown. |
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Grape(s) |
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Color |
Grape |
Notes |
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White |
Chardonnay Grape |
Widely planted |
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White |
Gewurztraminer Grape |
Grape notes: This is an aromatic grape; its nose intensity will likely be pronounced. |
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White |
Pinot Gris (Grigio) Grape |
Grape notes: Early budding and ripening.
Two main styles:
1. Harvested early. Dry, light body, medium-to-high acidity and simple flavors.
2. Delayed harvesting. Full body, medium acidity and complex flavors. |
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Wines(s) |
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