Muscatel
noun
A type of sweet wine.
He ordered a bottle of muscatel to accompany the dessert.
Often appears as...
- bottle of muscatel
- muscatel wine
noun
A type of grape used to produce wine.
The muscatel grapes are harvested in late autumn.
Often appears as...
- muscatel grapes
- muscatel vineyard
Usage tips
Technical
noun
A type of sweet wine.
He ordered a bottle of muscatel to accompany the dessert.
Often appears as...
- bottle of muscatel
- muscatel wine
noun
A type of grape used to produce wine.
The muscatel grapes are harvested in late autumn.
Often appears as...
- muscatel grapes
- muscatel vineyard
Usage tips
Technical
Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/3Pairing with Food
Muscatel wine pairs well with desserts and fruits because of its sweetness.
A glass of muscatel was the perfect complement to her chocolate mousse.
Pro Tip 2/3Casual Occasions
While sweet, muscatel is often considered less formal and can be enjoyed at casual gatherings.
At the barbecue, they served chilled muscatel instead of a formal dessert wine.
Pro Tip 3/3Sweetness Level
Muscatel can vary in sweetness; it can be gently sweet or very sweet.
Choose a semi-sweet muscatel if you prefer a more subtle flavor.
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