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Looking for something beyond Chardonnay and Shiraz? Welcome to the Strange Bird - the name we've given to our alternative grape varieties.
While the winemakers in Queensland's premier wine region (the Granite Belt) have enjoyed excellent success with Chardonnay, Cabernet Sauvignon, Shiraz and Merlot for years - every now and again, we all like something different. In fact, there are those who like something different all the time and this is perfect for those with a sense of adventure and those who want to educate their palate. Pursuing the Strange Bird trail will give you a chance to dip into a bottle of Viognier or Mourvedre; learn how to pronounce Gewurztraminer or Barbera or to discuss the perfect food match for a bottle of Tempranillo. It is is all part of the fun of developing the modern lifestyle.
The Granite Belt Alternative Wine Trail was launched at the 2007 Brisbane Good Food & Wine Show. Wander the trail, sample and purchase from more than a dozen alternative wine grape varieties which are currently produced in vineyards across the Granite Belt. [Return again because the list is growing!]
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