This is a fresh, vibrant and zesty blend of Semillon and its old pal, Sauvignon Blanc. On the nose, there are some really intense aromas of honeydew melon, lychee and pineapple, plus loads of fresh citrus with underlying hints of fresh pea pods. On the palate, look for more citrus, lemon sherbet, guava, and green apple notes, all wrapped in gossamer sheets of acidity and fruit sweetness. Too easy to enjoy.

Origin: Probably Bordeaux, in Eastern France. But now found most places. Mainly Grown In: Definitely Bordeaux, but also Margaret River and the Riverland. Key Facts: Semillon and Sauvignon Blanc are like two peas in a pod... a wine pod. They're like twins who shine individually, but put 'em together and they make a pretty fine pair. They have complementary fruit characteristics, and their acid structure (pretty intense in both cases!) also seems to match up. The fruit spectrum is moderately tropical, with grassy overtones and plenty of zing. Look out for kiwifruit, green apple and a touch of herbal flavours. In France this blend is often lightly oaked, which certainly boosts the complexity of the wine, but in the new world the 'purer' version seems to be preferred. Fun Fact: These two varieties made up part of one of Australia's historically famous white wines - the Houghton's 'Classic Dry White'. Vinous nostalgia.