With aromas of raw almond and fresh lemon, Bregeon’s 2005 Muscadet de Sevre et Maine Sur Lie presents a bright, juicy palate impression with subtle exchanges of mineral, citrus and nuts, leading to a finish of considerable refinement and nuance.Importer: Kermit Lynch Wine Merchant, Berkeley, CA; tel. (510) 524-1524

Delightful light fruit aromas and flavors are found in this fresh, light to medium-bodied, floral, well-made wine. Unlike many Muscadets that are unripe and acidic, this is a rich offering packed with loads of ripe apple flavors. Enjoy it over the next twelve months.Importer: Kermit Lynch Wine Merchant, Berkeley, CA; tel (510) 524-1524.

It is lamentable that so many Americans are unwilling to experience the pleasures of the simple, zesty, refreshing, lime-like flavors and fresh bouquet of a top-notch Muscadet. These are wines that beg for a plate of shellfish, yet then can also be drunk alone. Not many wines work well without food, but Muscadet does. Bregeon is one of the appellations top producers, and this light-bodied, easy to sip, super-crisp, fruity Muscadet makes me salivate for some good oysters. Drink it over the next year. Importer: Kermit Lynch Wine Merchant, Berkeley, CA.

A textbook Muscadet, this offering from Andre-Michel Bregon displays a lemony, citrusy, gin and tonic-like fruitiness, crisp, medium-bodied, zesty flavors, and a brisk, refreshing finish. Drink it over the next year with oysters. Importer: Kermit Lynch Selections, Berkeley, CA.