Muscat grape variety

Muscat, also known as Muskateller or Moscato, is not so much a single grape variety as a fairly large family of grape varieties that is widespread throughout the world and includes both wine grapes and table grapes. What they all have in common is a floral aroma and an unmistakable muscat flavour - Muskateller belongs to the bouquet varieties. The wines show moderate acidity and aromatic intensity. However, they are often also made sweet or semi-dry, sometimes even as a dessert wine. The grape family is also used in cuvées. Muscat is an excellent accompaniment to nutty flavours, but also cuts a fine figure alongside exotic curries. Dry specimens should be enjoyed when young, as they rarely age well. As a sweet wine, the ageing potential is significantly higher.