Muscat d'Alsace

Muscat d'Alsace is a type of white wine that can be made from two Muscat grapes—Muscat Ottonel and Muscat à Petits Grains (which is confusingly sometimes simply called Muscat d'Alsace). Unlike other Muscat styles that usually have some amount of residual sugar, Alsatian Muscat is traditionally a type of dry white wine.

The production can take place anywhere in the Alsace wine region. These wines are light, refreshing, and aromatic. The aromas are fruity, usually accompanied by subtle floral hints. On the palate, the wines show great balance of acidity and sweetness.

They are crisp and refreshing but remain rounded and soft. Muscat d'Alsace is a great aperitif wine. It can be paired with various appetizers, and it typically goes well with vegetables. It is one of the rare wines that pairs with asparagus.