Litchi Muscat Grapes
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Description/Taste
Green muscat grapes are small to medium in size and are round to oblong in shape, growing in tight clusters on medium-sized, cylindrical bunches. The smooth skin ranges in color from pale yellow to green and is slightly firm and crisp, but not crunchy. The translucent green flesh is juicy, plump, soft, and seedless. Green muscat grapes are very sweet with a unique grapey aroma that is musky with hints of honey and strong floral notes. In addition to the grapes, Green muscat grapevines are somewhat thick and have medium-sized, dark green leaves.
Seasons/Availability
Green muscat grapes are available in the summer through fall.
Current Facts
Green muscat grapes, botanically classified as Vitis vinifera, grow on vigorous vines and are members of the Vitaceae family. Muscat grapes are considered by many to be one of the oldest cultivated grapes varieties in the world, and there are over two hundred varieties within the muscat family. Green muscat grapes are known by many names, and there are a number of varietals that can be technically categorized as green, including Muscat Blanc à Petits Grains, Muscat Blanc, Muscat Canelli, Muscat Frontignan, Moscato Bianco, Muscat de Frontignan, Muscat d'Alsace and Muskateller. The unique quality of the muscat grape is its heady aroma and flavor caused by the presence of monoterpenes. The French noted this musky character and called it "musqué” and it has also been described as a floral, grapey, aroma. Green muscat grapes are known for making all styles of wine from still to sparkling and dry to sweet and are also used as table grapes and to make raisins.
