Wines made from Muscadelle grapes of Tokaj
Discover the best wines made with Muscadelle as a single variety or as a blend of Tokaj.
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 Tokaj
Cradle of the legendary Tokaji Aszú, "king of wines" per Louis XIV. Noble sweet wines based on Furmint (lively acidity prone to botrytis) and floral Hárslevelű ("linden leaf"): amber robe, signature aromas of honey, candied apricot, quince, orange peel, saffron, sustained sugar balanced by tense acidity. Measured in "puttonyos" (3 to 6) with Aszú Eszencia at the top. Also dry Furmint on the rise, straight and mineral.
What are the typical flavors of the Muscadelle grape variety?
- Non oakPresent in 3% of Muscadelle
- EarthPresent in 3% of Muscadelle
- OakPresent in 3% of Muscadelle
- Tree fruitPresent in 3% of Muscadelle
- Citrus fruitPresent in 3% of Muscadelle
- FloralPresent in 2% of Muscadelle
- Dried fruitPresent in 2% of Muscadelle
- PineapplePresent in 1% of Muscadelle
- CreamPresent in 1% of Muscadelle
- CitrusPresent in 1% of Muscadelle
- BeeswaxPresent in 1% of Muscadelle
- ApplesPresent in 1% of Muscadelle
- PeachPresent in 1% of Muscadelle
- MineralityPresent in 1% of Muscadelle
- StrawberriesPresent in 1% of Muscadelle
- VanillaPresent in 1% of Muscadelle
- ApricotPresent in 1% of Muscadelle
- GingerPresent in 1% of Muscadelle
- LemonPresent in 1% of Muscadelle
- PearPresent in 1% of Muscadelle