Cuvée

What does cuvée mean in wine?

The cuvée meaning derives from the French word “cuve,” meaning vat or tank. In wine, cuvée (or cuvee) most commonly refers to a specific blend or batch of wine.

Many wineries use “cuvée” to designate their premium or special selections, often accompanied by descriptive names like “Cuvée Prestige” or “Cuvée Spéciale.”

What does cuvée mean in Champagne?

In Champagne production, cuvée specifically denotes the first pressing of grapes, yielding the highest quality juice from approximately 2,550 liters per 4,000 kilograms of grapes.

What is cuvée wine?

A cuvée wine represents a winery’s carefully crafted combination of different grape varieties, vineyard lots, or barrel selections. In Argentina’s wine industry, producers often use the term to highlight artisanal blends, particularly Malbec-based combinations from Mendoza.