Winery SteenbergSémillon
White wine
This wine generally goes well with poultry, rich fish (salmon, tuna etc) or shellfish.
Wine flavors and olphactive analysis
On the nose the Sémillon of Winery Steenberg in the region of Western Cape often reveals types of flavors of non oak, earth or microbio and sometimes also flavors of vegetal, oak or tree fruit.
Food and wine pairings with Sémillon
Pairings that work perfectly with Sémillon
Original food and wine pairings with Sémillon
The Sémillon of Winery Steenberg matches generally quite well with dishes of rich fish (salmon, tuna etc), shellfish or sweet desserts such as recipes of salmon lasagna, fish shells or very simple muffins.
Details and technical informations about Winery Steenberg's Sémillon.
Discover the grape variety: Picpoul Noir
Supple, fruity reds with a clear ruby robe, smooth tannins and an airy palate with cutting acidity. Signature aromas of red fruits (cherry, raspberry), soft spices and floral southern notes. Elegant, vibrant-acid profile. Traditional component of Languedoc blends and one of the 13 authorised grapes of Châteauneuf-du-Pape AOC, embodying Rhône heritage. Black-skinned variant of Picpoul, once more widely planted in the South.
Last vintages of this wine
The best vintages of Sémillon from Winery Steenberg are 2018, 2017, 2011, 2015 and 2014.
Informations about the Winery Steenberg
The Winery Steenberg is one of of the world's greatest estates. It offers 40 wines for sale in the of Constantia to come and discover on site or to buy online.
The wine region of Constantia
Historic cradle of South African wine (Simon van der Stel 1685) on the southern tip of the Cape peninsula: signature emblematic Vin de Constance — mythical sweet wine from Muscat de Frontignan resurrected in 1986 by Klein Constantia, honeyed and opulent with candied fruits, apricot, candied citrus and raisins, balanced by fresh acidity. Also taut Sauvignon Blanc as king white, Chardonnay and reds on Atlantic slopes. Ultra-cool maritime climate, heritage prestige.
The wine region of Western Cape
Cradle of South African wine. Signature Chenin Blanc (Steen, 20%) in ample, fresh whites with notes of quince, yellow apple, honey and acacia flower, from crisp dry to sweet. Sharp, iodised Sauvignon Blanc (Walker Bay, Constantia), balanced Chardonnay. Reds: emblematic Pinotage with roasted aromas (coffee, plum, smoke), firm Cabernet Sauvignon, spicy Syrah.
The word of the wine: Vegetative cycle
All the different phases of the vine's development: winter rest period, budburst, inflorescence, flowering, fruit set, veraison, ripening.
