Muscadet white wine is named after its grape variety. This grape was introduced from Burgundy by Dutch merchants in the 17th century, so it is also called Melon de Bourgogne. Because this variety is light in taste and has no particularly distinctive characteristics, it was only used to make distilled brandy at that time. But today, it is the most important white wine in the southern region of the Loire Valley in France.

As a single variety, Melon de Bourgogne is relatively light. Therefore, in order to enhance its taste, the locals use a special method during brewing. Let the dead yeast and lees continue to soak in the wine tank until bottling in the spring of the following year. This way the Muscadet will have a richer flavor and a richer mouthfeel. This method is called "Sur Lie".