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Sauvignon Blanc Musqué is an exceptional and relatively rare aromatic mutation (clone) of the classic Sauvignon Blanc grape. Unlike the usual "green" herbal and citrus notes, this variety produces incredibly aromatic wines smelling of jasmine, orange blossoms, and juicy exotic fruits. It is an ideal choice for those seeking an elegant yet intensely fragrant and textured white wine.
Read moreBecause this clone is quite rare, most producers use it to enrich traditional Sauvignon Blanc blends, though you can also find pure varietal wines of this clone.
When made exclusively from the Musqué clone, the wine boasts an almost perfume-like aroma and a creamier texture. Good winemakers often use this clone in specific proportions (e.g., adding 10–20% to standard Sauvignon Blanc) to give the drink more volume, and floral character, and to reduce the dominance of "grassy" aromas.
Thanks to its pronounced floral and tropical fruit notes, Sauvignon Blanc Musqué pairs beautifully with Asian cuisine—sushi, Thai curries, and spicier salads. It also wonderfully complements goat cheese appetizers, baked white fish with herbs, and sea scallops.
No, this is a very common misconception. Although the name is associated with sweet Muscat grapes, Sauvignon Blanc Musqué is almost always fermented completely dry. The word "Musqué" here only describes the highly aromatic, floral ("muscat-like") scent profile, not the amount of residual sugar in the wine.
Standard Sauvignon Blanc mostly smells of grapefruit, passion fruit, cut grass, or even green bell peppers (due to chemical compounds called pyrazines). The Musqué clone has significantly lower levels of pyrazines, meaning the "green" notes are overshadowed by aromas of sweet white flowers, melon, and ripe stone fruits.
