Wine · Grape variety · Short entry
Muscadelle
A white grape probably originating in south-western France. It can give mildly aromatic wines with moderate alcohol and relatively low acidity when ripe.
Origins and the vine
The sheet describes a probable south-western French origin, with traces in central France, and cites genetic evidence suggesting descent from Gouais blanc. That cautious attribution is preserved rather than converted into a complete certified pedigree. Its bunches and berries are medium-sized.
From grape to wine
The vigorous vine benefits from exposure and canopy management to reduce bunch-rot risk. Grey rot is a particular vulnerability. The catalogue describes wines that may be sensitive to oxidation, so aromatic potential and stability should not be confused. No specific fruit or floral note is added where the sheet does not name one.