Tag: muscadet

You are wondering which bottle will actually make those briny mollusks taste better, rather than just washing them down. The answer is Muscadet Sèvre et Maine sur lie. While people will tell you all sorts of things about fancy Champagnes or expensive Chablis, the high acidity, low alcohol, and saline finish of a classic Muscadet […]

Stop reaching for the cheapest bottle on the shelf. Learn why high-acid, coastal white wines are the only choice for perfectly steamed mussels.

The Perfect Pairing The knife blade slides into the hinge, the shell gives a soft, brittle pop, and suddenly you are staring at a glistening morsel of cold, saline perfection. You raise the shell to your lips, let the liquor slide over your tongue, and chase it with a crisp, bone-dry Muscadet. The acidity of […]