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Sémillon
Sémillon is a white wine grape variety that is widely grown in the Bordeaux region of France and other wine-producing regions such as Australia and California. It is known for its versatility and can be used for a range of wine styles, from dry to sweet, still to sparkling, and can also be blended with other grape varieties to add richness and body to the wine.
Notable regions
Sémillon is grown in several wine regions around the world, most notably including Bordeaux in France and the Hunter Valley in Australia. In Bordeaux, the grape is legendary for producing the botrytis-affected wines of Sauternes and is also often blended with Sauvignon Blanc to produce the famous dry white wine, "White Bordeaux." In the Hunter Valley, Sémillon is known for producing rich, complex and age-worthy wines that are highly regarded by wine lovers.
Sémillon can also be found producing wines in South Africa, the United States and Argentina.
Characteristics
Sémillon tends to produce rich, complex and often age-worthy wines with a distinct flavour profile. The variety typically has aromas of citrus, such as lemon and lime, as well as notes of honey and sometimes a hint of waxiness.
Sémillon wines are often described as having a bright acidity and a rounded, full-bodied character. They can range from dry to slightly off-dry in sweetness and have moderate alcohol levels. The flavour profile of Sémillon wines can change significantly over time, with ageing often bringing out nutty and honeyed notes and softening the wine's acidity.