- New Zealand comprises two Islands – North Island and South Island. The North Island is on the same latitude as Tasmania. Most producers are based around Auckland area.
- The North Island climate is warmer and wetter than south island. The north island producers buy their grapes from important vineyards areas of Hawkes Bay and Gisborne, Bay of Plenty and Kumeu.
- The quality wines are being produced in New Zealand by two major companies i.e. Montana and Corbans.
FAMOUS WINES OF NEW ZEALAND
Grape varieties used for making wines are mentioned below:
- WHITE WINES:
- Sauvignon Blanc
- Chardonnay
- Semillon (oaky)
- Chenin Blanc by cooks
- RED WINES:
- Cabernet Sauvignon
- Merlot
- Pinot Noir
- DESSERT WINES:
- Red wood valley late harvest, Rhine Riesling.
- Matua’s late harvest Gewurztaminer
FAMOUS PRODUCERS OF WINE
- Brook Field
- Collard Brothers
- Coppers Creek
- Gold Water
- Lincoln
- Hunter’s
- Montana
- Morton Estate
- Stoneleigh
- Totara
For more info log on to: https://www.nzwine.com/en/our-regions/