All grape varieties · Grape variety
Carignan
- Origin
- Carinena, located in the province of Zaragoza
- Growing regions
- France, Spain, Italy, Tunisia, Morocco, Cyprus, Greece, South America, Australia
- Also known as
- Mazuelo, Cariñena
The Carignan is a powerful and expressive grape variety, offering intense, fruity and spicy still red wines. It stands out for its ample mouth, firm tannins, and high acidity, often accompanied by notes of garrigue and tobacco. The texture is full-bodied, with a long fruity finish.
