Muscadelle
White wine grape variety
Also known as Muscadelle Bordelaise
Muscadelle is a white wine grape with signature aromas of candied fruit, honeysuckle, acacia. Structure: Medium(+) body, Medium(−) acidity, Medium alcohol. Often confused with Sauvignon Blanc and Viognier.
Recognition cues
First checks
- Look for intense floral perfume and soft texture rather than sharp acidity.
- Check blend context where Muscadelle supports Semillon (#11480) and Sauvignon (#10790).
Confidence signals
- Floral-musky aromatic profile
- Lower acidity with medium-plus roundness
Aromas
Signature
Common
Occasional
Commonly confused with
Classic anchors
- Classic regions: Bordeaux · Sauternes · Entre-Deux-Mers
- Classic styles: Aromatic Bordeaux white blend component · Low-acid floral white used for texture and perfume
Common questions
Is Muscadelle a red or white grape variety?
Muscadelle is a white wine grape variety.
What does Muscadelle smell and taste like?
Signature aromas of Muscadelle include candied fruit, honeysuckle and acacia. Structural profile: Medium(+) body, Medium(−) acidity, Medium alcohol.
What blind-tasting cues distinguish Muscadelle?
Documented tells for Muscadelle: Look for intense floral perfume and soft texture rather than sharp acidity. and Check blend context where Muscadelle supports Semillon (#11480) and Sauvignon (#10790)..
What is Muscadelle most often confused with in blind tasting?
Muscadelle is most commonly confused with Sauvignon Blanc, Viognier and Semillon. Resolve the call with structure and signature aromas.
Where is Muscadelle grown?
Classic regions for Muscadelle include Bordeaux, Sauternes and Entre-Deux-Mers.