Grape · Red
Carignan
RedWSET level 2
Once most planted grape in France. Rustic character. Old vines give excellent wines. High yield unless restricted.
- Origin
- Spain
- Climate
- Warm, dry
- Skin colour
- Very dark
- Alcohol
- 13-15%
- Ageing potential
- Moderate to good
Taste profile
Aromas
- Blackcurrant
- Plum
- Herbs
- Earth
- Leather
Where does it grow?
Key wines
- Corbières
- Fitou
- Priorat
Food
Stews, grilled meat, cassoulet
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