A true Cape original...

Sémillon Gris grapes at Roundstone estate
(Image credit: Mullineux & Leeu Family Wines)
The world’s newest grape variety is, paradoxically, centuries old.
Sémillon Gris, a true Cape original, has been formally recognised by the OIV, with South Africa designated as its country of origin.
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Malu Lambert DipWSET is a multi-award winning wine writer and critic, based in South Africa.
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