Cagnulari
Red wine grape variety
Also known as Cagnulari Alghero
Cagnulari is a red wine grape with signature aromas of blackberry, plum, balsamic herbs. Structure: Medium(+) body, Medium(+) acidity, Medium(+) tannin, Medium alcohol. Often confused with Grenache and Carignan.
Recognition cues
First checks
- Look for dark berry and balsamic herb tones with integrated spice.
- Check tannin as present but not overly harsh.
Confidence signals
- Dark berry and balsamic profile
- Medium-plus structure with fresh acidity
Aromas
Signature
Common
Occasional
Commonly confused with
Classic anchors
- Classic regions: Sardinia · Alghero · Sassari
- Classic styles: Sardinian red with dark fruit and savory spice · Medium-plus bodied Mediterranean red with balanced freshness
Common questions
Is Cagnulari a red or white grape variety?
Cagnulari is a red wine grape variety.
What does Cagnulari smell and taste like?
Signature aromas of Cagnulari include blackberry, plum and balsamic herbs. Structural profile: Medium(+) body, Medium(+) acidity, Medium(+) tannin, Medium alcohol.
What blind-tasting cues distinguish Cagnulari?
Documented tells for Cagnulari: Look for dark berry and balsamic herb tones with integrated spice. and Check tannin as present but not overly harsh..
What is Cagnulari most often confused with in blind tasting?
Cagnulari is most commonly confused with Grenache, Carignan and Mourvedre. Resolve the call with structure and signature aromas.
Where is Cagnulari grown?
Classic regions for Cagnulari include Sardinia, Alghero and Sassari.