Most notably known as "Muscadet", however, Melon de Bourgogne is the proper name. A grape varietal, used in the production of white wine, originating in the Loire region of France. The grape is vinified as a 100% varietal wine. Appellations known for Muscadet production from lowest quality to highest quality are: Muscadet AC, Muscadet de Sévre-et-Maine AC, and Muscadet des Côteaux de la Loire AC (small amounts are available).