Cuvée

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The term used in viticulture originates from the French Cuve (vat, wine container). In its original sense, it refers to a specific quantity of wine in a fermentation vessel. The meaning of the word varies depending on the context. Generally, in the German-speaking world, it refers to the result of blending wines from different Rebsorte. However, it can also refer to Traubenmost that are then fermented together, as is common in the southern Rhône. Other designations include Blend (New World), Cape Blend (South Africa), CVC (Conjunto de Varias Cosechas in Spain), Mélange (France for spirits), Meritage (California), and Verschnitt (German-speaking area). A Cuvée can also mean the blend of different Lager or different Jahrgang, as well as country-specific regulations. The terms commonly used in France, Assemblage, Coupage, and Marriage refer more to the process (activity) rather than the result (wine).

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