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Semillon

Vinifera

Type
Semillon

France

Origin
Also Known As

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

Berry Color

White

Clones Available - FPS number listed

12.1

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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