Carignano

Cariñena, transplanted from Spain centuries ago. Similar or identical to Bovale Grande. Grows best on sandy soils, where it produces creamy wines with soft tannins. Best DOP: Carignano del Sulcis.

In a nutshell

Color: Red

Alternative Names and Subvarieties: Carignan (in France and other countries), Cariñena (in Spain)

Origin: International

Best Known For: Carignano del Sulcis

Where Grown: Almost exclusively in Sardegna

Regions:

Sardegna,

Vineyard Area: 2,177 ha (5,377 acres)

Denominations that use this grape variety

Majority Component in One or More Wines of:

Principal Red Grape Varieties:

Carignano del Sulcis DOC, Sicilia DOC

Carignano

In a nutshell

Color: Red

Alternative Names and Subvarieties: Carignan (in France and other countries), Cariñena (in Spain)

Origin: International

Best Known For: Carignano del Sulcis

Where Grown: Almost exclusively in Sardegna

Regions:

Vineyard Area: 2,177 ha (5,377 acres)

Denominations that use this grape variety

Majority Component in One or More Wines of:

Principal Red Grape Varieties:

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