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Region Hierarchy |
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Climate(s) |
Cool Maritime
Notes: Cool pacific breezes, though there are warm northwesterly winds, too. Dry summers. |
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Elevation |
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Notes |
Subregions: Christchurch, Waipara Valley
South Island notes: Much of the soil drains well, but flat lands can be overly fertile. |
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Grape(s) |
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Color |
Grape |
Notes |
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Red |
Pinot Noir (Nero) Grape |
South Island notes: Widely planted
New Zealand notes: New Zealand's premier red grape. Vibrant fruit, fine ripe tannins, soft texture.
Grape notes: Low tannins due to thin skin. Susceptible to rot. Early budding and ripening. |
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White |
Riesling Grape |
Planted in the Wiapara Valley
Grape notes: Susceptible to botrytis |
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White |
Sauvignon Blanc Grape |
New Zealand notes: New Zealand's premier white grape.
Grape notes: This is an aromatic grape; its nose intensity will likely be pronounced. |
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Wines(s) |
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