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Semillon is a full-bodied, golden-hued white wine known for its rich, waxy texture and flavors of lemon, honey, and lanolin. It is nutritionally light, providing about 82 calories per 100ml with negligible protein, fat, and sugar. Its hallmark is a velvety mouthfeel that often evolves with age, developing complex notes of toast and nuts.
Calorie split: 2% protein · 98% carbs · 0% fat
↓ Full nutrition💚 Why it's loved
People love Semillon for its unique, full-bodied texture that feels luxurious on the palate, and its remarkable aging potential, especially in Sauternes. Its versatility shines in both crisp, dry styles and lusciously sweet dessert wines.
⚠️ Watch-outs & how to enjoy it better
As an alcoholic beverage, it can contribute to dehydration and may cause blood sugar fluctuations due to its carbohydrate content. Those with alcohol sensitivity, liver concerns, or who are pregnant should avoid it. To counteract, consume with food, choose smaller pours, and alternate with water.
Key benefits
- Rich in antioxidants like resveratrol and quercetin from grape skins.
- Contains minerals such as potassium and magnesium in trace amounts.
- May support heart health when consumed in moderation.
- Low in calories compared to many other alcoholic beverages.
- Often used in sweet dessert wines, offering a concentrated flavor.
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🌍 Where it's eaten
💡 Did you know?
Semillon grapes have such thin skins that they are highly susceptible to 'noble rot' (Botrytis cinerea), which dehydrates the grapes and concentrates their sugars, creating the legendary sweet wines of Sauternes.
Full nutrition (USDA data · scales with serving)
| Water | 86.5 g |
| Energy | 82.0 kcal |
| Energy | 344 kj |
| Protein | 0.07 g |
| Total lipid (fat) | 0.00 g |
| Ash | 0.21 g |
| Carbohydrate, by difference | 3.1 g |
| Alcohol, ethyl | 10.1 g |
Fat & fatty acid profile (per 100g)
| Fatty acids, total trans | 0.00 g |
Amino acid profile (per 100g)
Estimated from Alcoholic beverage, distilled, vodka, 80 proof — USDA does not publish this profile for Alcoholic beverage.
| Tryptophan | 0.00 g |
| Threonine | 0.00 g |
| Isoleucine | 0.00 g |
| Leucine | 0.00 g |
| Lysine | 0.00 g |
| Methionine | 0.00 g |
| Cystine | 0.00 g |
| Phenylalanine | 0.00 g |
| Tyrosine | 0.00 g |
| Valine | 0.00 g |
| Arginine | 0.00 g |
| Histidine | 0.00 g |
| Alanine | 0.00 g |
| Aspartic acid | 0.00 g |
| Glutamic acid | 0.00 g |
| Glycine | 0.00 g |
| Proline | 0.00 g |
| Serine | 0.00 g |
FAQ
What does Semillon wine taste like?
Young Semillon is often crisp with citrus and grassy notes. As it ages, it develops a richer, waxy texture with flavors of lemon curd, honey, toast, and sometimes lanolin or nuts.
Is Semillon wine sweet or dry?
It can be both. Dry styles are common in Bordeaux blends and Australian regions like Hunter Valley. The most famous sweet styles are the botrytized dessert wines from Sauternes, France.
What food pairs well with Semillon?
Dry Semillon pairs excellently with seafood, goat cheese, and light poultry. Sweet dessert styles are classic with foie gras, blue cheese, or fruit-based desserts like tarte Tatin.
Weight-loss friendliness (composite index)
Energy density 0.82 kcal/g · 0% calories from protein · 0.0 g fiber · 0.0 g sugar per 100 g.
Composite of energy density (Rolls et al., 1999), protein & fiber satiety, minus sugar. A calculated heuristic — ranks satiety-per-calorie, not a clinical measure.