Muscat Semi-Sweet
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Muscat is a sweet white wine from various regions in France, best from Alsace. It has a pale golden color and a rich, aromatic flavor profile.
Fruity notes
Body
Tannins
- Origin
France- Grapes
- Muscat
- Category
- Still
- Colour
- White
- Primary Flavours
- floral, grapefruit, honey, peach
- Sugar
- Semisweet
- Serve
- Cold (7-13°C)
- Age
- up to 1 year
- Strength
- From 5 to 10°
- Price
- $ - $$
This wine also names: Muscat Blanc à Petits Grains, Muscat of Alexandria
Last update: January 6, 2025
Information
Muscat is a sweet white wine from various regions in France, best from Alsace. It has a pale golden color and a rich, aromatic flavor profile. The bouquet includes notes of tropical fruit, such as lychee and pineapple, with a hint of floral notes. On the palate, it is light-bodied with flavors of ripe fruit, honey, and a touch of sweetness. Muscat pairs well with desserts, fruit salads, and light pastries.
Fun facts
Muscat’s aromatic intensity is due to its high concentration of volatile compounds, including linalool (which imparts floral notes) and geraniol (which gives off a rose-like fragrance). These compounds make Muscat wines highly aromatic, and when crafted as semi-sweet, the result is a beautifully fragrant, round, and luscious wine.
Gastronomy
Snacks & Appetizers:
- Chocolate Desserts
- Cream dessert
- Fruit Platter
- Fried Garlic Shrimp
This wine is perfect with:
Muscat is excellent with "Fruit Salad," the wine's aromatic and sweet profile matching the fruit, or pair it with "Goat Cheese," where its floral notes complement the cheese.
This wine can be drunk without food
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