Vintage Cuvee is not actually a varietal, but a term used in winemaking. The term "Cuvee" is a French wine term derived from "cuve" which means vat or tank. The usage of the term is not strictly regulated, and it can mean a blend of wines or a specific batch of wine, often implying that it is of high quality.
"Vintage", on the other hand, refers to the year when the grapes were harvested. A "Vintage Cuvee" would mean a blend of wines (or a single batch of wine) from a specific year, deemed to be of good quality. This type of wine carries unique characteristics from that specific year’s climate and conditions which influenced the grapes growth. The specific taste and quality would all depend on the type of grapes used, the location, and the weather conditions of that particular vintage year.
