COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
N/A
GRAPE
Syrah, Carignan, Grenache
PRODUCER
Olivier Cohen, Les Vignes d'Olivier
REGION
Languedoc-Roussillon
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Medium - Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Cuvée Spéciale 18.19 by Olivier Cohen, Les Vignes d'Olivier, is a red still wine from the Languedoc region of France, classified as Vin de France. It is a distinctive non-vintage blend, combining the harvests of 2018 and 2019, featuring Syrah, Carignan, and Grenache. Olivier Cohen, a winemaker with a passion for natural wine, established his estate in 2014, focusing on organic farming and minimal intervention. His vineyards are located in Argelliers, Hérault. The winemaking philosophy emphasizes allowing the terroir to express itself fully, with practices like whole-bunch fermentation and no chemical inputs in the vineyard or cellar.
ALCOHOL
14.0%
AVG. PRICE
€32
STYLE
Natural
VEGAN
YES
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
16-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
A special blend of two vintages (2018 & 2019) for a unique profile.
Fact 02
Farmed organically with zero chemical inputs.
Fact 03
Vinified using whole bunches, a hallmark of natural winemaking.
Fact 04
Olivier Cohen gained experience with renowned natural winemakers.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The Cuvée Spéciale 18.19 is produced by Olivier Cohen using a natural winemaking approach. The grapes are farmed organically, with a commitment to avoiding all chemical inputs. Vinification involves the use of whole bunches, a technique that contributes to the wine's structure and aromatic complexity. This cuvée is a non-vintage blend, combining the 2018 and 2019 harvests, a deliberate choice to create a wine with a unique and layered profile. The winemaking process emphasizes minimal intervention, allowing the natural characteristics of the grapes and terroir to shine through.
