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Semillon Wine Recommendations

Choosing the right wine can make all the difference between having an enjoyable meal for a special occasion and being really disappointed. Semillon Wines come as both a dry and a sweet wine and their price can range from as little as eight dollars a bottle to well over one-hundred dollars a bottle. This can really make the choice quite difficult. To assist you in selecting a Semillon wine we have listed below our favorite Semillon wine recommendations in the price region between ten and twenty dollars.

The first on our list of Semillon wine recommendations is the Cape Mentelle 2004 Margaret River Semillon/Sauvignon Blanc from Australia. This wine is priced at less than fifteen dollars a bottle and is a fresh zippy wine. It provides lush aromas of lemon and lime, infused with the nettle and gooseberry of Sauvignon Blanc Grapes. This Semillon wine recommendation is actually a 50/50 blend of Semillon and Sauvignon Blanc with flavors of citrus and honeydew. It is perfectly balanced and finishes with a pleasant acidity that carries the citrus and herb flavors well. This is an excellent wine to enjoy on a romantic picnic. (get some Romantic Picnic Ideas)

The second on our list of Semillon wine recommendations is the Peter Lehmann 2002 Barossa Semillon which also comes from Australia. This wine is priced at about twelve dollars a bottle and has the color of vibrant gold with green tinges. This Semillon wine recommendation has aromas of dried pears, citrus and apricots. It carries the flavors of marmalade and apricots with a superb sweetness that is balanced against crisp acidity. This is a perfectly balanced wine that is excellent with an assortment of foods or on its own. (see Wine and Food Pairings)

The third on our list of Semillon wine recommendations is the Ch. Ste. Michelle 2001 Semillon which comes from the Columbia Valley in Washington. This wine is priced at only ten dollars a bottle. It is a dry and medium bodied wine with a smooth finish. This Semillon wine recommendation has flavors of ripe honeydew melon and citrus with a subtle oak backdrop which soften the refreshingly crisp acidity. There are aromas of citrus and green apple with a suggestion of vanilla and dusty fig. This is an excellent choice if you are new to Semillon wines and is also a very good value for your money.

Semillon grapes are one of the world most popular Varieties of White Wine Grapes and there is certainly no shortage of wines with Semillon grapes in them. These three Semillon wine recommendations should give you some suggestions when it comes to selecting a wine for a romantic dinner or relaxing night in.

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