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Not often regarded as a single-grape variety, Semillon is most often blended, particularly with Sauvignon Blanc and to a lesser extent with Chardonnay. Semillon helps to produce the great sweet wines of Bordeaux, a key ingredient in the making of Sauternes and White Graves.
 Ripening earlier than most other varieties it is susceptible to noble rot, which can be a disaster on damaged or unripe grapes, or worked to its advantage by softening the skin and concentrating the sugar.
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