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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 16 alternative wine grape varieties which are currently produced in vineyards across the Granite Belt. [Return again because the list is growing!]
- Get the full picture - who has got what and where - download a copy of the Strange Bird map and brochure by clicking here. [Note when printing, all pages print to A4 though page one is in portrait format, the remainder in landscape]
- Find out which wineries are on the trail click here.
- Find out what wines are on the trail click here (Production of some varieties may be limited so please check availability to avoid disappointment.)To obtain a copy of the media release announcing the launch of the Strange Birds - Click here.
- Find out how to get around the trail - click here.
- For other information about alterantive grape varieties throughout Australia, visit the Vinodiversity website which you can access this through our USEFUL LINKS page.
You can view the Strange Bird feature story on ABC TVs national Landline programme by clicking this link.
CREDITS: The trail has been supported by 21 participating wineries, by the Granite Belt Wine & Tourism Inc as well as by the Stanthorpe Shire Council.
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