Muscadelle vs Xarello
Compare Muscadelle and Xarello: profile, average rating, producing countries and number of wines. The guide to choosing between these two grapes.
| Muscadelle | Xarello | |
|---|---|---|
| Colour | blanc | blanc |
| Number of wines | 1612 | 2614 |
| Average rating | 3.77 / 5 | 3.58 / 5 |
| Producing countries | France, South Africa, Australia, United States, Hungary | Spain, Italy, France, Mexico, Germany |
Muscadelle
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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Structured, aromatic whites with full body and firm acidity, with aromas of white flowers, yellow fruits, fennel, fresh almond, Mediterranean herbs and mineral notes. Central component of Cava DO (with macabeo and parellada), bringing structure and ageing potential to Catalan sparkling wines. Also as ambitious still whites in Penedès DO and Classic Penedès. Native Catalan variety.
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