Quiz: Are you ready to rise and wine?

Pinotage is a grape wine that is a cross between Cinsaut and Pinot Noir. It was first combined in this country in 1925, in the gardens of scientist Abraham Perold. Perold observed how Pinot Noir struggled in the country's climate, so he crossed them with a very productive species - Cinsaut. Name the country in which this grape wine was conceptualised.

This white grape variety, mostly produced and known in Argentine wine, produces fresh, aromatic wines with moderate acidity, smooth texture and mouthfeel and distinctive peach and apricot aromas. Three varieties exist in Argentina: Riojano, the most common, Sanjuanino, and Mendocino. Name this variety of grape.

This is a small stream located in Mid North region in South Australia. It was first discovered by Europeans in December 1837 through an expedition led by Colonel William Light. In 1839, it was surveyed in 1839 by his assistant surveyor, William Jacob as part of a wider survey of the Barossa region. Name the stream giving rise to a popular wine brand's name.

This is a map of region with most of its wine appellations shown. The rivers Garonne and Dordogne, and the Gironde estuary are important in defining the various parts of the region. Name the region which is known for its wines.

This is a dark blue–coloured wine grape variety, that is used as both a blending grape and for varietal wines. The name is a reference to the French name for the blackbird. Its softness and "fleshiness", combined with its earlier ripening, makes it a popular grape for wine making. Name the grape variety.

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