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The wine world has a new grape: Sémillon Gris is officially certified as a brand new variety with South African origins

Дата публикации: 04-09-2026 13:27:46


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Sémillon Gris grapes at Roundstone estate

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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