COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2021
GRAPE
Syrah, Grenache, Mourvèdre, Marselan, Carignan
PRODUCER
Les Vignerons du Val D'Orbieu
REGION
Languedoc-Roussillon
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - Low
Finish
Medium - Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
Medium - High
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
La Cuvée Mythique 2021 is a red wine from the Languedoc-Roussillon region of France, produced by Les Vignerons du Val d'Orbieu. This wine is a blend of Syrah, Grenache, Mourvèdre, Marselan, and Carignan. It is often classified as Vin de Pays d'Oc or Pays d'Oc. The wine has a history of being an iconic representation of the Languedoc, with its name suggesting a legendary status. Les Vignerons du Val d'Orbieu is a cooperative focused on expressing the region's terroirs through authentic and quality winemaking. The wine is known for its consistent quality and has historically received critical acclaim.
ALCOHOL
13.5%
AVG. PRICE
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
16-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Launched over 30 years ago, it's a Languedoc icon.
Fact 02
One of the first Languedoc wines to earn 90 points from Robert Parker.
Fact 03
The name 'Mythique' hints at its legendary status.
Fact 04
Often features grapes from century-old vines.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
La Cuvée Mythique 2021 is produced by Les Vignerons du Val d'Orbieu using a blend of Syrah, Grenache, Mourvèdre, Marselan, and Carignan. The winemaking process involves aging the wine in a combination of large and small used oak barrels, or French oak barrels, for a few months. This aging contributes to the wine's structure and complexity. The cooperative emphasizes expressing the terroirs of the Languedoc region. Some wines from the producer are labeled HVE3, indicating a commitment to environmental value.
