The Alsatian is a white produced by Burke & Wills in Heathcote, Australia. Made from Pinot Gris and Gewürztraminer. Cellarion's sommeliers have reviewed the drink window of 1 vintage; members see when it is ready. Track this wine and manage your cellar with Cellarion — the free, open-source wine app at cellarion.app.
Type: White
Region: Heathcote
Country: Australia
Grapes: Pinot Gris, Gewürztraminer
Tasting profile
Structure: medium-bodied, low tannin, medium acidity, off-dry
The Alsatian is Burke & Wills' Alsace-inspired white from Heathcote in Victoria, blending Pinot Gris and Gewürztraminer. Expect the pear and rounded texture of Pinot Gris with the perfumed lychee, rose and ginger spice of Gewürztraminer, a touch of residual sweetness balanced by fresh acidity. Best enjoyed young while its perfume is liveliest, with spicy Asian dishes or glazed pork.
When to drink
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Where it comes from
Pinot Gris
Pinot Gris is a white grape and a greyish-skinned mutation of Pinot Noir, historically at home in Alsace and known around the world as Pinot Grigio in Italy and Grauburgunder in German-speaking countries.
Gewürztraminer
Gewürztraminer is a pink-skinned white grape whose roots trace to the village of Tramin in Italy's Alto Adige, a mutation of the older Traminer family.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is The Alsatian from?
The Alsatian is produced by Burke & Wills in Heathcote, Australia.
What grapes are in The Alsatian?
The Alsatian is a blend of Pinot Gris and Gewürztraminer.