Wines made from Muscadelle grapes of South Africa
Discover the best wines made with Muscadelle as a single variety or as a blend of South Africa.
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 wines of South Africa
South Africa is one of the most important wine producing countries in the southern hemisphere. With over 300 years of wine making history, it is often described as a bridge between the Old and New Worlds. The majority of wines are produced using New World winemaking techniques, but they often have more stylistic similarities with their Old World counterparts. Since the end of apartheid, South African wine has received international attention and recognition for its wide variety of styles.
What are the typical flavors of the Muscadelle grape variety?
- EarthPresent in 13% of Muscadelle
- Dried fruitPresent in 12% of Muscadelle
- Tree fruitPresent in 9% of Muscadelle
- OakPresent in 9% of Muscadelle
- Non oakPresent in 8% of Muscadelle
- Citrus fruitPresent in 6% of Muscadelle
- Red fruitPresent in 6% of Muscadelle
- Tropical fruitPresent in 6% of Muscadelle
- SpicesPresent in 5% of Muscadelle
- MicrobioPresent in 4% of Muscadelle
- Black fruitPresent in 2% of Muscadelle
- VegetalPresent in 1% of Muscadelle
- FloralPresent in 1% of Muscadelle