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Common synonyms: Wyndruif (South Africa)

Parentage of the grape: undetermined, likely native to Bordeaux and/or surroundings
 
History of the grape: Little is documented about the early years of this grape, which is surprising due to its distinguished popularity in the regions where it is grown. It has been used in quality production in France, in the areas in and around Bordeaux for centuries. It is there that it is found in elegant dry white wines, most often blended with Sauvignon Blanc. But perhaps even more importantly, its predisposition for Botrytis cinerea (a.k.a. “noble rot”), which has an astounding effect on the grape (as long as it is healthy), pinpointing its sugars and aromas for the Cadillac of sweet wine, Chateau d’Yquem of Sauternes. These wines can take long cellar aging and are some of the most sought after and expensive wines in the world. In more accessible forms, it is found in the late harvest dessert wines of lesser grade Sauternes (which are still Read more »

Penfolds Koonunga Hill Semillon Chardonnay
Winery: Penfolds Wines
Region: Australia » South Australia » Koonunga Hill
Type: Table Wines

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Pad Thai (Stir-Fried Noodles)

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Leeuwin Estate Sémillon-Sauvignon Blanc Blend Margaret River Siblings Sauvignon Blanc Sémillon
Winery: Leeuwin Estate
Region: Australia » Western Australia » South West Australia » Margaret River
Type: Table Wines

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Korean Bibimbap with Sesame Chicken

Turn your leftover chicken into bibimbap, the Korean meal-in-a-bowl rice dish. Here, carrots, stir-fried zucchini, and shiitake mushrooms adorn the rice, each of them infused with sesame oil. Read more »

St Hallett Sémillon-Sauvignon Blanc Blend Barossa Poachers Blend
Winery: St Hallett Wines
Region: Australia » South Australia » Barossa
Type: Table Wines

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Chicken Neapolitan

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Cape Mentelle Sémillon-Sauvignon Blanc Blend Margaret River Sauvignon Blanc Sémillon
Winery: Cape Mentelle Vineyards
Region: Australia » Western Australia » South West Australia » Margaret River
Type: Table Wines

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Ginger Chicken Jook (Rice Porridge)

Though endless versions of savory rice porridge (also known as congee) exist worldwide, I know this dish by its Cantonese name, jook. On Sundays my grandmother would make a big pot for the family, ... Read more »

Château la Rame Sémillon-Sauvignon Blanc Blend Sainte Croix du Mont
Winery: Château La Rame
Region: France » Bordeaux » Premières Côtes de Bordeaux
Type: Table Wines

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Fried Chicken

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Château Sainte Marie Sémillon-Sauvignon Blanc Blend Entre-Deux-Mers
Winery: Château Sainte Marie
Region: France » Bordeaux » Bordeaux Supérieur
Type: Table Wines

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Easy Fried Chicken

Although true fried chicken is submerged in hot oil, this quick version uses just 2 tablespoons of oil yet produces tender chicken with a crispy brown surface. Read more »

Château le Thibaut Monbazillac
Winery: Château Le Thibaut
Region: France » South West France » Dordogne/Bergerac » Monbazillac
Type: Table Wines

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Stir Fried Chicken and Vegetables with Rice

This quick and tasty recipe is a family favorite! Read more »

Coriole Sémillon Mclaren Vale Lalla Rookh
Winery: Coriole Pty Ltd
Region: Australia » South Australia » Mclaren Vale
Type: Table Wines

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Fried Rice with Pineapple and Tofu

The brown rice in this dish is nuttier-tasting and better for you than white. Long-grain brown rice tends to be a little milder than short-grain, but whichever you use, be sure to start this recipe... Read more »

Peter Lehmann White Blend Adelaide Hills Layers
Winery: Peter Lehmann Wines Ltd
Region: Australia » Barossa Valley
Type: Table Wines

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Rock Sugar Ginger Chicken (Bing Tong Gook Geung Gai)

Notes: Traditionally, bone-in chicken pieces are chopped up for this dish. We use whole pieces so there will be fewer bone fragments. You can prepare the chicken (through step 2) up to 1 day ahead;... Read more »

Viu Manent Sémillon Colchagua Valley Late Harvest
Winery: Viu Manent
Region: Chile » Colchagua Valley
Type: Dessert/Fortifieds

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Peppery Chicken Fried Chicken

Cut leftover chicken into strips, and serve over salad greens. Drizzle with creamy Ranch or blue cheese dressing. Read more »

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Sémillon on Snooth

  • Van Der Heyden White Table Wine NV

    May 2013

    Van Der Heyden White Table Wine NV

    Snoothrank:

    Lovely honeysuckle on the nose. Fresh flowers. Semi-sweet on the palate and coats the mouth. Good body. Flavors of melon, pear, citrus. It's very floral. Nice and easy drinking. Good balance of sweetness. 87 pts.5/8/13 at winery Read More

    Wine review by VegasOenophile


  • 14 Hands White Blend Horse Heaven Hills Hot To Trot White 2011

    May 2013

    14 Hands White Blend Horse Heaven Hills Hot To Trot White 2011

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    Very well balanced Washington state white blend. Nice acidity, gold delicious apple, lemon curd with some minerality on the back end. Read More

    Wine review by vin0vin0


  • Chateau Gravas Sauternes 2001

    May 2013

    Chateau Gravas Sauternes 2001

    Snoothrank:

    I bought this bottle of wine for ten pounds from a wine merchant in Sussex.It ... ... wine consists of 95% semillon and 5% sauvignon blanc and the grapes are hand-harvested very late in order to allow the development of a fungus called Botrytis which contributes to the sweet taste.The wine is matured in oak barrels.I drank my bottle last nigh... Read More

    Wine review by duncan 906


  • April 2013

    Those of my ilk tend to perpetuate certain notions. For example, the idea that ... ... 50% Sauvignon Blanc, 50% Semillon.Nutty on the nose, with low waxy apricot and peach aromas topped with a fine green herbal edge and a hint of floral character. Round, rich and relatively powerful in the mouth with lots of bright, acid-tinged greengage plum ... Read More

    From the article Beringer Vineyards


  • Breaux Vineyards Jennifer's Jambalaya 2012

    April 2013

    Breaux Vineyards Jennifer's Jambalaya 2012

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    A true Heinz 57 catch-all white blend with several kinds of Muscat, along with Sauvignon Blanc, Semillon and Viognier -- the name's not just a nod to their Cajun heritage. Off-dry white blend pleasing to the masses. Pairs great with spicy food. Read More

    Wine review by Danielle91090


  • Chateau la Rame St Croix du Mont 1973

    April 2013

    Chateau la Rame St Croix du Mont 1973

    Snoothrank:

    I bought this bottle of wine from the website ... wine is made up of 75% semillon and 25% sauvignon blanc.It is harvested late in order to allow the development of a fungus called botrytis which contributes to the sweet taste.I started my bottle at the weekend with a plate of bread and cheese and I did enjoy it.It is very sweet almost like hone... Read More

    Wine review by duncan 906


  • Stickybeak Sémillon-Sauvignon Blanc Blend Sonoma County Sémillon/Sauvignon Blanc 2009

    April 2013

    Stickybeak Sémillon-Sauvignon Blanc Blend Sonoma County Sémillon/Sauvignon Blanc 2009

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    Did not like this at all, maybe it was a bad bottle. Sulfur and too acidic Read More

    Wine review by Michael C Butler


  • Buty Sémillon-Sauvignon Blanc Blend Columbia Valley Sémillon/Sauvignon/Muscadelle 2010

    April 2013

    Buty Sémillon-Sauvignon Blanc Blend Columbia Valley Sémillon/Sauvignon/Muscadelle 2010

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    Really enjoyable blend of floral based white varietals. 4/5 would buy again Read More

    Wine review by Michael C Butler


  • April 2013

    I currently live in Beijing so everything one purchases needs to be scrutinized closely. Recently I purchased a bottle at the wine shop I frequent. What attracted me was two fold. 1) It's a 2001 White Bordeaux (known to be an absolutely fantastic year). 2) It was in the discount section. So this means either the owner doesnt know what its worth ... Read More

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  • Château de Cosse Sémillon-Sauvignon Blanc Blend Sauternes 2009

    April 2013

    Château de Cosse Sémillon-Sauvignon Blanc Blend Sauternes 2009

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    Apricot and a nice nuttiness on the nose along with caramel and toast. Rich palate with good acid. Lush, nutty qualities suggest peanut oil and hazelnut along with dried apricot and caramel. Nice.87 pts.4/6/13 Read More

    Wine review by VegasOenophile


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