π Muscat Hamburg
A dark Muscat grape bred in England; grown for the table and for wine.
Muscat Hamburg is a dark Muscat grape. It was bred in England, where it was grown under glass. The berries are large, blue-black and strongly muscat-scented. It is grown as a table grape and also used for wine.
The variety is often used in crossings. It was created by crossing Schiava Grossa (called Trollinger in Germany) with Muscat of Alexandria. It is itself a parent of the red Italian variety Manzoni Moscato.
Muscat Hamburg is counted among grape varieties and British wine, since it was bred there. It needs warmth, so in cool climates it is grown under protection. The wines are aromatic and fruity, usually light and slightly sweet. The berries of this variety are large and handsome, so it is valued as a table grape as well. Wines from it are usually light, aromatic and sometimes sweet.
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What is Muscat Hamburg?
A dark Muscat grape with large blue-black berries, grown as a table grape and for wine.
Where does Muscat Hamburg come from?
It was bred in England, in the United Kingdom.
What does Muscat wine taste like?
Aromatic, with bright floral and fruity notes, often light and slightly sweet.
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