{"id":2303,"date":"2019-10-30T04:23:24","date_gmt":"2019-10-29T17:23:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/cyclingclassics.com.au\/clare\/2019\/10\/30\/what-exactly-is-the-riesling-trail\/"},"modified":"2025-03-19T21:15:15","modified_gmt":"2025-03-19T10:15:15","slug":"what-exactly-is-the-riesling-trail","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/cyclingclassics.com.au\/clare\/2019\/10\/30\/what-exactly-is-the-riesling-trail\/","title":{"rendered":"What exactly is the Riesling Trail?"},"content":{"rendered":"

Often the first thing that springs to mind when someone mentions Clare Valley is the Riesling Trail.<\/p>\n

Despite being constantly mentioned as a \u2018must-do\u2019, a lot of interstate visitors may not be fully aware of what it is, this writer included.<\/p>\n

So let\u2019s find out exactly what all the fuss is about.<\/p>\n

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As you will no doubt be aware, Clare Valley is a world-class winemaking region with a diverse variety of drops produced in the region.<\/p>\n

Don\u2019t worry red fans, it\u2019s just a name! There\u2019s a solid selection available for when you stop to get some serious tasting done.<\/p>\n

The trail itself is about 33km long, beginning in the town of Auburn and ending at the old Barnia railway siding in Stanley Flat.<\/p>\n

It\u2019s an easy ride so perfect for a light workout once you\u2019ve arrived. During the trip you\u2019ll wind your way through boutique towns such as Leasingham, Watervale and Sevenhill as well as an array of vineyards.<\/p>\n

Why not take a quick detour and pop into Pikes Cellar Door<\/a>? Pikes are a family-owned business and very much part of the Clare Valley landscape. They are also big supporters of the Clare Classic!<\/p>\n

Mr Mick<\/a> are also onboard and you can find them in the heart of Clare, why not take a break and say hello?<\/p>\n

Taylors<\/a> are a fantastic local wine and can be found at the start of the Trail in Auburn!<\/p>\n

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Often the first thing that springs to mind when someone mentions Clare Valley is the Riesling Trail. Despite being constantly mentioned as a \u2018must-do\u2019, a lot of interstate visitors may not be fully aware of what it is, this writer included. So let\u2019s find out exactly what all the fuss is about. 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