Wines made from Muscadelle grapes of Bordeaux Moelleux
Discover the best wines made with Muscadelle as a single variety or as a blend of Bordeaux Moelleux.
More informations about the variety 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.
More informations about the region of Bordeaux
Emblematic style of Bordeaux off-dry whites (10-50 g sugar/L), produced across the entire AOC area from over-ripened grapes (botrytised or passerillé). Signature Sémillon dominant: golden, round whites with signature notes of honey, apricot, candied fruits, citrus, vanilla and a quince touch, unctuous, fresh palate. Sauvignon Blanc brings taut acidity, Muscadelle the floral aromatic. Accessible, gastronomic style, affordable alternative to Sauternes.
What are the typical flavors of the Muscadelle grape variety?
- EarthPresent in 6% of Muscadelle
- HoneyPresent in 4% of Muscadelle
- Tree fruitPresent in 4% of Muscadelle
- ApricotPresent in 2% of Muscadelle
- OakPresent in 1% of Muscadelle
- Non oakPresent in 1% of Muscadelle
- Citrus fruitPresent in 1% of Muscadelle