Muscadet

Expert reviews

Tasting notes from Wine Enthusiast

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.

— Gadais Père et Fils 2012 Les Perrières Monopole (Muscadet) (91/100)

This is a ull, rich wood-aged Muscadet from old vines in a single vineyard. It is ripe, yellow fruit flavored and concentrated, the natural acidity of the Melon grape rounded and softened. It can be aged so drink now through 2017.

— Gadais Père et Fils 2009 Les Perrières Monopole (Muscadet) (91/100)

A light and crisp wine that has a creamed apple texture. It is fruity, light with a fine citrus tang to add to the general freshness of the wine. The name suggests a very appropriate pairing.

— Barton & Guestier 2015 Passeport Lobster & Shrimp (Muscadet) (86/100)

Bright young wine, with an attractive lemon character, very fresh and crisp. Simple Muscadet for the summer.

— Gadais Père et Fils 2010 Emotions (Muscadet) (86/100)

This is a simple, fruity wine that has light citrus flavors. There is a salty character along with the white stone fruit and final acidity. Drink now.

— Remy-Pannier 2015 Muscadet (85/100)

Score & price analysis

Position in the Loire

Rated below the Loire Valley median.

Flavor profile

Descriptors most frequently associated with this appellation across aggregated expert reviews:

• crisp
• citrus
• lemon
• apple
• melon
• rich
• lime
• orange

Appellation summary

Source: Wine Enthusiast expert reviews. Updated: April 14, 2026.