Muscadet Sèvre et Maine
White — avg 88.6/100 Wine Enthusiast score
88.6
range 83–93
$17
237
white
Muscadet Sèvre et Maine — a Loire Valley white appellation. Across 237 expert reviews the average Wine Enthusiast score is 88.6/100.
Appellation profile
Scores at a glance
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Average score | 88.6/100 |
| Score range | 83–93 |
| Average price | $17 |
| Review count | 237 |
| Color | White |
Dominant varieties
0
Relative standing in the Loire
Rated above the Loire Valley median — a consistent performer in expert tastings.
Tasting notes
Signature flavor descriptors
Across the aggregated expert reviews, the descriptors most frequently associated with this appellation are: crisp, apple, rich, mineral, citrus, lemon, creamy, grapefruit.
Top-scored wines
| Wine | Producer | Score | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Domaine de l'Ecu 2013 Granite (Muscadet Sèvre et Maine) | Domaine de l'Ecu | 93/100 | $23 |
| Bonnet-Huteau 2010 Goulaine Vieilles Vignes (Muscadet Sèvre et Maine) | Bonnet-Huteau | 93/100 | — |
| Bonnet-Huteau 2012 Goulaine (Muscadet Sèvre et Maine) | Bonnet-Huteau | 93/100 | $18 |
| Domaine de l'Ecu 2014 Granite (Muscadet Sèvre et Maine) | Domaine de l'Ecu | 93/100 | $22 |
| Lieubeau 2012 Château-Thébaud (Muscadet Sèvre et Maine) | Lieubeau | 93/100 | $30 |
Sample expert review
While the wine is rich and seriously textured, it has a pure fruitiness that is beguiling, ripe and full of green and citrus flavors. Spice and minerality give a strong sense of structure and ageability. Drink this firm wine from 2016.
— Wine Enthusiast, on Domaine de l'Ecu 2013 Granite (Muscadet Sèvre et Maine)
Terroir & Heritage
Heritage neighbours
Nearby protected monuments that share the Loire terroir include:
- Château de Pimpéan de Grézillé
- Eglise Saint-Pierre et Saint-Paul
- Immeuble, ancien hôtel particulier Massion
- Immeuble de Nantes
- Escalier de la Grande-Rue à la rue de Vaux
UNESCO cultural landscape
This appellation sits within (or adjacent to) the cultural landscape covered by the Val de Loire UNESCO inscription.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average score of Muscadet Sèvre et Maine wines?
Muscadet Sèvre et Maine averages 88.6/100 across 237 expert reviews on Wine Enthusiast, with a range of 83 to 93.
How much does Muscadet Sèvre et Maine wine cost?
Average price across reviewed wines is $17. Actual retail prices vary by vintage, producer and distributor.
What type of wine is Muscadet Sèvre et Maine?
Muscadet Sèvre et Maine is predominantly a white wine appellation of the Loire Valley.
Data source: Wine Enthusiast expert reviews (data.culture.gouv.fr). Last updated: April 14, 2026.