Idiom Semillon is a prestigious white wine from South Africa's Western Cape region. It displays a pale gold color, intense aromas of citrus, honey, and mineral notes. On the palate, it is dry, with refreshing acidity and a persistent finish. Perfect with fish dishes and aged cheeses.
South Africa - Western Cape Still White Wine Semillon 100%
Idiom Semillon - 2021 750 ml
23.81 €
20.24 price for 60 bottles (also mixed)
Colour
Pale bright gold, with greenish reflections evolving into amber. Clear and luminous.
Bouquet
Intense and complex, with notes of citrus (lemon, grapefruit), green apple, honey, lanolin, and beeswax. With age, toasted and nutty hints emerge.
Taste
Dry, savory, and well-structured, with a fresh acidity balancing its fullness. Persistent taste of ripe citrus, honey, and minerals. Long finish.
Alcohol content
13.5%
Type of glass
Medium-sized white wine glass. For older or more structured vintages, a Bordeaux-style glass enhances its expression.
Pairings
Ideal with seafood, grilled fish (salmon, sea bass), white meats, poultry in creamy sauces, blue cheeses or medium-aged cheeses, and spicy Asian cuisine.
Refinement
Fermentation and aging in stainless steel tanks to preserve freshness, with a portion potentially maturing in used French oak barrels for complexity. Great aging potential in bottle.
Vinification
Carefully selected and destemmed grapes. Gentle pressing. Alcoholic fermentation at controlled temperatures in stainless steel tanks and/or oak barrels. Partial malolactic fermentation possible.
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