Find on this page all the wines made entirely or partly from the Carignan grape variety. Originally from Spain (from the city of Cariñena in the province of Zaragoza) and arriving in France during the Middle Ages, this grape variety, although of great interest, has often been criticized in the past because the excessively high yields practiced by winegrowers did not do it justice. A quintessential Mediterranean grape variety, Carignan loves the sun and is therefore well established in the south of France: Languedoc-Roussillon in particular, but also Provence (Côtes-de-Provence, Palette etc.) or the southern Rhône Valley are its preferred terroirs. Of a tannic nature, they display aromas of ripe red and black fruits, as well as spicy notes (garrigue, pepper, etc.).It is rarely vinified on its own (even though this can produce excellent wines) and is therefore often blended with other grape varieties. In cuisine, its pairing with red meats and game is a real hit!
