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Argaman

Red wine grape variety

Argaman — red wine grape variety with signature aromas of blackberry, black cherry, spice note. Structural profile: Medium body, Medium(+) acidity, Medium tannin, Medium alcohol. Sensium blind-tasting coach reference.

Structural pillars

AcidityMedium(+)
TanninMedium
BodyMedium
AlcoholMedium
Color intensityMedium
Aromatic intensityMedium

Recognition cues

First checks

  • Anchor on blackberry and black-cherry fruit with ripe spice.
  • Check frame as medium tannin with moderate acidity.

Confidence signals

  • Argaman profile
  • Medium tannin with medium acidity

Aromas

Signature

blackberryblack cherryspice note

Common

plumblackcurrantfloral note

Occasional

dried herb

Commonly confused with

Classic anchors

  • Classic regions: Galilee · Judean Foothills · Coastal Plains
  • Classic styles: Israeli crossing of Souzao and Carignan created for deeper color and warm-climate resilience · Dark-fruit profile with medium-plus body, medium tannin, and spicy finish
  • Style examples: Israeli Argaman dry red · Levantine blend featuring Argaman

Common questions

Is Argaman a red or white grape variety?
Argaman is a red wine grape variety. Sensium documents its structure, aromas, and confusion signals for blind tasting.
What does Argaman smell and taste like?
Signature aromas of Argaman include blackberry, black cherry and spice note. Structural profile: Medium body, Medium(+) acidity, Medium tannin, Medium alcohol.
What is Argaman most often confused with in blind tasting?
Argaman is most commonly confused with Cabernet Sauvignon, Carignan and Rubin. Sensium's Compare view leads with the decisive cues that resolve each call.
Where is Argaman grown?
Classic regions for Argaman include Galilee, Judean Foothills and Coastal Plains.

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