BabylonstorenSémillon 2025

Product code: 27776
£17.00 inc VAT
South Africa
White Wine from
Western Cape, South Africa
Country
Country: South Africa
Region
Region: Western Cape
Sub-Region
Sub-Region: Franschhoek
Type
Type: White Wine
Winery
Winery: Babylonstoren
Alcohol
Alcohol: 14.00%
Volume
Volume: 750 ml
Grape
Grape: Semillon
Grape: 100% Semillon
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Country
Country: South Africa
Region
Region: Western Cape
Sub-Region
Sub-Region: Franschhoek
Type
Type: White Wine
Winery
Winery: Babylonstoren
Alcohol
Alcohol: 14.00%
Volume
Volume: 750 ml
Grape
Grape: Semillon
Grape: 100% Semillon

Taste Profile

Light
Bold
Dry
Sweet
Soft
Acidic

Tasting Note

An elegant, dry wine with a soft golden hue and inviting notes of citrus, ripe nectarine and a touch of vanilla. A single sip reveals layers of honeysuckle, toasted almond and gentle beeswax, carried by fresh acidity and a silky, lingering finish. A quietly expressive wine that opens with time, showing balance, depth and a composed, lingering character.

Product Notes

Babylonstoren Sémillon is an exquisite South African wine renowned for its complex character and distinct taste. Produced in the Babylonstoren vineyard, nestled in the picturesque landscape of the Simonsberg Mountains, this premium wine lavishly marries the unique flavours of honey, fig and earthy undertones. Offering a medium-bodied profile, the Sémillon boasts a rich, yet impeccably balanced acidity accompanied by a lingering finish. It's beautifully golden in colour, hinting at the matured, elegant flavours exclusive to this wine-making region. It pairs wonderfully with delicately spiced dishes or creamy cheeses, generously elevating any culinary experience. A truly delightful and iconic offering.

About the Winery

Babylonstoren

Babylonstoren is a majestic South African winery nestled within the Drakenstein Valley of the Western Cape. It's a gem, symbolising the essence of the Cape Dutch farm, and dates back to 1692; thus, it holds profound historical significance.

The establishment is currently owned by former magazine editor Karen Roos, known for her influential stint as co-editor of the globally celebrated Elle Decoration magazine. She acquired Babylonstoren in 2007 and under her stewardship, the property has skilfully married traditional aesthetic with modern elegance.

Sprawling across 200 hectares, Babylonstoren boasts a vibrant assortment of vineyards, orchards, and gardens. Visitors are encouraged to participate in activities like pruning, picking, planting, and savouring the plentiful fruits, herbs, and vegetables cultivated on the extensive grounds,. Here, simplicities and complexities coalesce harnessing a cultivation discipline passed down through the generations.

The winery is celebrated for its lush and diversified vineyards that produce a variety of wines. Merlot, Chardonnay, and Cabernet Sauvignon are some of the fine varietals nurtured from these vineyards. Babylonstoren also has a vibrant distillery that produces a seductive range of liqueurs and spirits. Plus, the Babel restaurant set in the heart of the farm, offers a fine dining experience embedded in its organic and seasonal philosophy.

Sustainability is a driving force behind Babylonstoren’s approach with thoughtful practices such as utilizing worm farms and composting methods to enrich the soil, capitalising on solar energy for electricity, and employing rainwater harvesting and recycling systems. Overall, the preservation efforts behind this historic edifice is as remarkable as its mesmerising landscape.

Babylonstoren showcases the perfect harmony of authentic tradition with the allure of opulence. It captures the charm of the region through its rich history, sumptuous wine selection, sustainable farming practices and a captivating natural backdrop that transcends your average winery experience.

https://babylonstoren.com

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