Muscatel

Fortified Spanish wine from the Navarre region made from Muscat blanc a Petits Grains

Muscatel (/ˌmʌskəˈtɛl/ MUSK-ə-TEL) is a term used for wines made from grapes of the Muscat family. The Muskat family comprises numerous grape variations grown internationally and is associated with a range of wine styles. In modern wine usage, "Muscat" is the family name, while related terms such as "Moscato" (Italian) and "Moscatel" (Iberian) are used in regional naming traditions. Outside the United States, "muscatel" (sometimes spelled "moscatel") is a general term referring to wines made from Muscat grapes in styles including still, sparkling, dry, sweet, and fortified wines.

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