Muscat

Common synonyms: Moscatel, Müskateller, and many, many offshoots including but not limited to Orange Muscat, Black Muscat, Muscat Blanc (a.k.a. Muscat à Petit Grains), Muscat Giallo, Muscat of Alexandria.

 
Parentage of the grape: The oldest known grape variety, most likely originated in Greece
 
History of the grape: Muscat existed as far back as the Ancient Greeks. It spread throughout the world as empires grew, through Egypt into South Africa, through Italy into the rest of Europe, through Australia via either South Africa or Europe, and lastly into the Americas by way of Spain. 
 
Characteristics of the grape: golden yellow to dark amber in color, orange blossom, orange peel, white flowers. Other variants of the grape produce lighter to darker wines depending on the hybrid and region, but all share that aromatic orange characteristic. 
 
Regions where the grape is currently important: Almost any European country produces Muscat in some form Read more »

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  • France

    Perhaps no country evokes such strong associations with fine wine as does France. Its reputatio...

  • California

    Viticulture in California began in the 1700s as Spanish missionaries worked their way north fro...

  • Asti

      Asti is a city and subregion of Piedmont, in the northwest of Italy. The famous sparkling ...

  • Rutherglen

    An area steeped in history, vines came to Rutherglen with the gold rush of the 1850s. When the re...

  • USA

    "American Wine" has existed since the first Europeans brought their vinous heritage and tradition...

  • Italy

    Wine in Italy is as much an integral part of everyday culture as love, family, cuisine and usin...

  • Australia

    The history of wine-making in Australia dates back to the late 1700s when the first European se...

  • Alsace

    This region, wedged between the Rhine River and the Voges Mountains, is the product of a fascin...

  • Languedoc-roussillon

      This incredibly diverse region produces about a quarter of all the wine made in France, bu...

Popular Wineries using Muscat

  • Clos de l'Oratoire des Papes

    Patience, know-how, observation, intuition...these are the skills required to make and age our wi...

  • Moët & Chandon

      Moet & Chandon is one of the most well-known luxury champagne producers in the word. Wi...

  • Château Clarke

    The origins of the Château Clarke estate date back to the 12th century when the Cistercian monks ...

  • Arrogant Frog

    Arrogant Frog was born in the Herault Valley in Languedoc in the south of France, near the Medite...

  • Albert Boxler

    Albert Boxler is a 300-year-old family winery in the small town of Niedermorschwihr. The domaine ...

  • Château Timberlay

    Château Timberlay (appellation Bordeaux Supérieur) is located in Saint-Andre-de-Cubzac. It symbol...

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Muscat on Snooth

  • Woodbridge by Robert Mondavi Winemakers Selection Golden Muscat 2012

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    Oh ya! It's a goody. Similar to an orange muscat, it has spicey & citrus notes. Fragrant pear bouquet. It was just as delicious with cheese & apples as it was with grilled chicken. Light & crisp, not as sweet as their regular Muscat. Read More

    Wine review by StukNlodi


  • Woodbridge By Robert Mondavi Moscato 2011

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    Oh ya! This is a delightful moscat wine. Very light, easy to down a bottle in no time. Pairs really well with mild cheese like havarti & monterey jack with some red grapes. Definite cellar stock. Read More

    Wine review by StukNlodi


  • Villa Donna Moscato d'Asti

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    I HAD THIS WINE A T A WINERY IN TUSCALOOSA, IT WAS GREAT! I AM BUYS MY MOM SOME TO TRY Read More

    Wine review by kdbolling


  • Hazlitt 1852 Vineyards White Blend Finger Lakes White Stag NV

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    Good. Read More

    Wine review by calywa


  • Marco Negri Marsillo Moscato 2002

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    Great wine to give to a friend whom is not sure if they like wine. This is the very first wine I ever had. Read More

    Wine review by Stephanie96119


  • Ceretto Moscato d'Asti I Vignaioli di Santo Stefano 2012

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    Sweet white dessert wine of very good taste. Persistent, intense, fruit aromas. Sweet labor is well balanced with low alcohol and good acidity, which gives the. Wine appealing freshness. Read More

    Wine review by Welkja


  • Angove Nine Vines Moscato 2011

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    No written review

    Wine review by annecara


  • Domestic Wine Turning Leaf Refresh Red Moscato

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    My wife likes Moscato and generally buys Barefoot, but decided to try Turing Leaf Refresh Red Moscato. She took a sip and said it was terrible. I tried it and had to spit it out. It was a step down from Boone's Farm; artificial flavor and soda bubbles, nothing like the label described. In all fairness, maybe we got a bad bottle hence the generou... Read More

    Wine review by Johnkp


  • Patrizi Moscato d'Asti 2010

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    No written review

    Wine review by cj1375


  • Viñedo de los Vientos Chardonnay Blend Atlàntida Estival 2009

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    My girlfriend and I have been holding out on opening our last bottle 2009. It was suggested at a wine tasting, and though we usually drink pinot, this wine fits the bill for us. Problem is, where to buy more? Read More

    Wine review by sessasells


  • The best Sparkling Muscat Wine is Medio y Medio from Uruguay ! you must try it and will love it forever. VISIT www.medio.us

    Comment by 1147639Bacco Uruguayo 1147639 Bacco Uruguayo


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  • I have a bottle of Muscat Amabile 1980 anyone have any idea of value ??

    Comment by 678136threeriversjim 678136 threeriversjim


  • Haven't really enjoyed wine until I tried Muscat over the holiday weekend at a family get together. I enjoy it greatly now.

    Comment by 539983Quietstorm 539983 Quietstorm


  • I am trying to find Muscat Vin De Glacier, White, by Bonny Boone Vineyard, California, 2005. Thanks, Jenn

    Comment by 377674Jennjim 377674 Jennjim


  • Looking for Dolceoro Moscato d'Asti

    Comment by 314140Johnnie Mancil 314140 Johnnie Mancil


  • Also near Mt. Vernon, WA?

    Comment by 314140Johnnie Mancil 314140 Johnnie Mancil


  • Where can I buy Dolceoro Moscato d'Asti in or near Tulare, CA jfmancil@aol.com

    Comment by 314140Johnnie Mancil 314140 Johnnie Mancil


  • Martin & Weyrich Moscato Allegro 2006: A sweet sparkling wine with delicious undertones of apricot and honey. I loved the way the tantalising bubbles played on my tastebuds. Can be enjoyed by itself or with a fruit tart or even a creamy risotto, enjoy!

    Comment by 125035qutins 125035 qutins


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