Scuppernong
White wine grape variety
Also known as Scuppernong Muscadine
Scuppernong is a white wine grape with signature aromas of grape note, apple, citrus. Structure: Medium body, Medium acidity, Medium alcohol. Often confused with Noah and Carlos Muscadine.
Recognition cues
First checks
- Anchor on grapey orchard-fruit profile with muscadine identity.
- Check palate as broad and low-tannin.
Confidence signals
- Scuppernong profile
- Medium acidity with medium aroma
Aromas
Signature
Common
Occasional
Commonly confused with
Classic anchors
- Classic regions: North Carolina · Southeastern US · Muscadine belt
- Classic styles: Historic bronze muscadine cultivar with soft aromatic profile and moderate acidity · Traditional southeastern muscadine style often vinified in sweeter formats
Common questions
Is Scuppernong a red or white grape variety?
Scuppernong is a white wine grape variety.
What does Scuppernong smell and taste like?
Signature aromas of Scuppernong include grape note, apple and citrus. Structural profile: Medium body, Medium acidity, Medium alcohol.
What blind-tasting cues distinguish Scuppernong?
Documented tells for Scuppernong: Anchor on grapey orchard-fruit profile with muscadine identity. and Check palate as broad and low-tannin..
What is Scuppernong most often confused with in blind tasting?
Scuppernong is most commonly confused with Noah, Carlos Muscadine and Fry Muscadine. Resolve the call with structure and signature aromas.
Where is Scuppernong grown?
Classic regions for Scuppernong include North Carolina, Southeastern US and Muscadine belt.