Semillon
White wine grape variety
Also known as Semillon Blanc
Semillon is a white wine grape with signature aromas of lemon curd, wax, lanolin. Structure: Medium body, Medium acidity, Medium alcohol. Often confused with Chardonnay and Sauvignon Blanc.
Recognition cues
First checks
- Look for waxy texture and subtle aromatic profile rather than overt pungency.
- Check if acidity is moderate with lanolin/lemon-curd character.
Confidence signals
- Lanolin-wax profile
- Medium body with restrained aroma
Aromas
Signature
Common
Occasional
Commonly confused with
Classic anchors
- Classic regions: Bordeaux · Hunter Valley · Margaret River · Casablanca Valley
- Classic styles: Structured Bordeaux dry white blend grape · Waxy age-worthy dry white
Common questions
Is Semillon a red or white grape variety?
Semillon is a white wine grape variety.
What does Semillon smell and taste like?
Signature aromas of Semillon include lemon curd, wax and lanolin. Structural profile: Medium body, Medium acidity, Medium alcohol.
What blind-tasting cues distinguish Semillon?
Documented tells for Semillon: Look for waxy texture and subtle aromatic profile rather than overt pungency. and Check if acidity is moderate with lanolin/lemon-curd character..
What is Semillon most often confused with in blind tasting?
Semillon is most commonly confused with Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc and Riesling. Resolve the call with structure and signature aromas.
Where is Semillon grown?
Classic regions for Semillon include Bordeaux, Hunter Valley, Margaret River and Casablanca Valley.