Muscadet
White — avg 86.2/100 Wine Enthusiast score
86.2
range 84–91
$15.3
9
white
Muscadet — a Loire Valley white appellation. Across 9 expert reviews the average Wine Enthusiast score is 86.2/100.
Appellation profile
Scores at a glance
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Average score | 86.2/100 |
| Score range | 84–91 |
| Average price | $15.3 |
| Review count | 9 |
| Color | White |
Dominant varieties
0
Relative standing in the Loire
Rated below the Loire Valley median in aggregated expert tastings — often a value-tier or stylistically atypical appellation.
Tasting notes
Signature flavor descriptors
Across the aggregated expert reviews, the descriptors most frequently associated with this appellation are: crisp, citrus, lemon, apple, melon, rich, lime, orange.
Top-scored wines
| Wine | Producer | Score | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gadais Père et Fils 2012 Les Perrières Monopole (Muscadet) | Gadais Père et Fils | 91/100 | $24 |
| Gadais Père et Fils 2009 Les Perrières Monopole (Muscadet) | Gadais Père et Fils | 91/100 | $25 |
| Barton & Guestier 2015 Passeport Lobster & Shrimp (Muscadet) | Barton & Guestier | 86/100 | $10 |
| Gadais Père et Fils 2010 Emotions (Muscadet) | Gadais Père et Fils | 86/100 | — |
| Remy-Pannier 2015 Muscadet | Remy-Pannier | 85/100 | $15 |
Sample expert review
Wood-fermented Muscadet is rare and this limited edition from 40-year-old vines is certainly unusual. The toast and spice have taken away the natural fruitiness of the Melon grape while adding a richer texture and a ripe, full-bodied ageworthy feel. Drink from 2017.
— Wine Enthusiast, on Gadais Père et Fils 2012 Les Perrières Monopole (Muscadet)
Terroir & Heritage
Heritage neighbours
Nearby protected monuments that share the Loire terroir include:
- Immeuble de Angers
- Maison dite de Clermont
- Eglise de Chenu
- Château d'Aubigné de Aubigné-sur-Layon
- Hôtel dit de Choiseul
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 wines?
Muscadet averages 86.2/100 across 9 expert reviews on Wine Enthusiast, with a range of 84 to 91.
How much does Muscadet wine cost?
Average price across reviewed wines is $15.3. Actual retail prices vary by vintage, producer and distributor.
What type of wine is Muscadet?
Muscadet 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.