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With some of the most ancient soils and oldest vines on the planet, and contemporary, innovative winemakers, Australia is full of contrasts and surprises.

From Assyrtiko in Riverland to Sangiovese in McLaren Vale, find out why alternative varieties are a growing movement in the Australian wine scene. Without laws restricting what can be planted and where, Australia has become a hotbed of innovation and experimentation.
Get to know what’s ‘alternative’ and which varieties are thriving in Australia, and discover pioneering wineries pushing boundaries and creating new styles.