# La Cuvée Mythique (2021)

- **Producer:** Les Vignerons du Val D'Orbieu
- **Colour:** red
- **Type:** still
- **Grapes:** Syrah, Grenache, Mourvèdre, Marselan, Carignan
- **Region:** Languedoc-Roussillon, France
- **Style:** Classic
- **Alcohol:** 13.5%
- **Contains sulphites:** No
- **When to drink:** Now or Later
- **Serving temperature:** 16–18 °C
- **Aromas & flavours:** raspberry, red plum, black cherry, blackcurrant, cedar, cloves, vanilla, leather, tobacco, earth

## 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.

## Interesting facts

- Launched over 30 years ago, it's a Languedoc icon.
- One of the first Languedoc wines to earn 90 points from Robert Parker.
- The name 'Mythique' hints at its legendary status.
- Often features grapes from century-old vines.

## Food pairing

The wine's medium-plus body and structure are well-suited to complement the richness of red meats and game. Its fruit-forward character and subtle spice notes can stand up to and enhance robust flavors, while its tannins can cut through the fattiness of dishes like duck confit or grilled lamb.

## 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.