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Semillon

Vinifera

Type
Semillon

France

Origin
Berry Color

White

Clones Available

12.1

Also Known As

Groendruif, Malaga, Chevrier, Columbier, Blanc Doux, Wyndruif

Certified

Yes

Resistance

Some, anthracnose

Where it's Grown

France, Australia, South Africa

Fun Facts

Do not confuse Semillon with Sémillon Rouge which is a synonym for Merlot in Bordeaux

Viticulture Characteristics

Vigorous and easy to cultivate; late to bud but early to ripen with golden or copper berries. Despite its thick skins, berries are prone to botrytis.

Wine Characteristics

When vinified as a dessert wine such as in Sauternes, the wines show flavors of peach, nectarine, mango, and citrus. As a dry wine, they are often blended with Sauvignon Blanc as it lacks acidity

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