Semillon

A grape of dual identities, Sémillon produces both crisp, citrusy dry wines and lusciously sweet botrytized masterpieces. In Bordeaux, it is blended with Sauvignon Blanc for texture and aging potential, while Hunter Valley’s versions develop waxy, toasty complexity over decades. Young Sémillon is bright, showcasing lemon, apple, and lanolin; with age, it gains layers of honey, nuts, and dried fruit. As a dessert wine in Sauternes, it transforms into something ethereal, dripping with apricot, marmalade, and saffron. Whether fresh and zesty or rich and golden, Sémillon is a grape of extraordinary versatility and longevity.