Marsanne vs Muscadelle
Compare Marsanne and Muscadelle: profile, average rating, producing countries and number of wines. The guide to choosing between these two grapes.
| Marsanne | Muscadelle | |
|---|---|---|
| Colour | blanc | blanc |
| Number of wines | 2435 | 1612 |
| Average rating | 3.82 / 5 | 3.77 / 5 |
| Producing countries | France, United States, Australia, Switzerland, Italy | France, South Africa, Australia, United States, Hungary |
Marsanne
Rich, structured whites with a round palate and long finish, with aromas of ripe yellow fruits, honey, white flowers, toasted almond and mineral notes. Fine ageing potential, developing waxy and truffle nuances with age. Key variety in the great whites of the northern Rhône (Hermitage, Crozes-Hermitage, Saint-Joseph, Saint-Péray) blended with roussanne. Also exported to Australia (Victoria) and California. Native Rhône variety.
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Aromatic, fruity whites with a tender palate, with intense aromas of muscat, white flowers, honey, candied citrus and floral notes (no genetic link to the muscat family). Minor component in the great botrytised dessert wines of Sauternes, Barsac, Cérons and Monbazillac, adding perfume and freshness. Also dry in Entre-Deux-Mers. Made as sumptuous fortified wines in Australia (Rutherglen Topaque). French variety from Bordeaux and the South-West.
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