Muscat
Muscat, originating from Italy, also referred to as Muscatel, Moscato, and Moskatel, encompasses over 200 varieties and stands as one of the world's oldest and most widespread grape families. The grape features diverse styles globally ranging from dry white wines to fortified, sparkling, and sweet examples.
Wines crafted from these grapes are intended for youthful consumption, as their low acidity results in minimal aging potential.
Taste
Muscat wines, primarily associated with predominantly white wines, are characterized by a highly aromatic and exhibits a fruity (mandarin, apricot), honey flavour.
Moscato wine is renowned for its sweet notes of peaches and orange blossom.
Other
The widely cultivated Muscat Blanc à Petits Grains is popular in the south of France for fortified wine and is also utilized in Piedmont's renowned Moscato d’Asti and Australia’s Liqueur Muscat production.