Semillon isn’t the most popular variety but it’s a favourite. Semillon’s versatility means wines can range from dry and zesty to rich and honeyed. Want to drink it on its own or with a meal? Semillon’s got you covered. Semillon’s a wine you’ll want to add to your wine cellar and you can buy white wine like Semillon online from Bottle Barn!
What is Semillon Wine?
Semillon is a white grape variety from the Bordeaux region of France but grown all over the world. Australia, particularly the Hunter Valley, is a big producer of this variety as well. Semillon can be dry or sweet depending on where and how it’s grown. It can also age well and get more complex over time with flavours of honey, fig and toasted nuts.
In its youth dry Semillon is bright, citrusy and zesty with other notes of green apple, pear and grassy herbal notes. Perfect for warm days! Sweet Semillon like Sauternes shows flavours of honey, apricot, peach and marmalade and is often served as a dessert wine.
Semillon Wine Food Pairing
Because of Semillon’s versatility, it is a great wine to pair with many foods.
For Dry Semillon, the high acidity makes it a great match for shellfish and light salads, white meat and creamy pasta dishes. The wine’s minerality and crispness cut through the richness and highlight the freshness of the ingredients.
For Sweet Semillon, mostly desserts with rich creamy bases such as crème brulé and fruit tarts would be ideal pairings. Sweet Semillon would also complement well with salty blue cheese, the sweetness and high acidity shine through the richness of the cheese and balances it well.
Buy Semillon Wine
Ready to try Semillon? Whether you want a white wine for dinner or a sweet wine for dessert you can buy this white wine online. Bottle Barn is an online wine store with a wide range of wines including top Semillon from the Hunter Valley in Australia and Bordeaux in France. You can find premium wines at affordable prices and have them delivered to your door.
Conclusion
Semillon is an underrated white grape variety that should be in every wine lover’s cellar. Whether you like the zesty freshness of a young dry Semillon or the honeyed richness of a sweet Sauternes there’s a Semillon for you. When you’re ready to add one to your collection visit Bottle Barn’s online wine shop and buy this white wine direct to your door!
