Carignan Rose
Red wine grape variety
Also known as Rose Carignan
Carignan Rose is a red wine grape with signature aromas of strawberry, red currant, herbs. Structure: Medium body, High acidity, Low tannin, Medium alcohol. Often confused with Carignan and Grenache Rose.
Recognition cues
First checks
- Look for tart red-fruit and herbal profile.
- Check dry finish with medium texture.
Confidence signals
- Savory red-fruit cue
- High-acid medium rose frame
Aromas
Signature
Common
Occasional
Commonly confused with
Classic anchors
- Classic regions: Languedoc · Roussillon · Catalonia
- Classic styles: Dry Carignan rose with savory Mediterranean edge · High-acid rose with medium body and red-fruit profile
Common questions
Is Carignan Rose a red or white grape variety?
Carignan Rose is a red wine grape variety.
What does Carignan Rose smell and taste like?
Signature aromas of Carignan Rose include strawberry, red currant and herbs. Structural profile: Medium body, High acidity, Low tannin, Medium alcohol.
What blind-tasting cues distinguish Carignan Rose?
Documented tells for Carignan Rose: Look for tart red-fruit and herbal profile. and Check dry finish with medium texture..
What is Carignan Rose most often confused with in blind tasting?
Carignan Rose is most commonly confused with Carignan, Grenache Rose and Syrah Rose. Resolve the call with structure and signature aromas.
Where is Carignan Rose grown?
Classic regions for Carignan Rose include Languedoc, Roussillon and Catalonia.