Carignan

Carignan (also known as Carignane, Carinena or Mazuelo) is a robust red grape variety widely grown across the south of France, Spain and parts of the New World. Historically used for high-yield bulk wine, Carignan has undergone a quality revival thanks to old, low-yielding vines that produce concentrated, characterful wines. Young-vine Carignan tends to be deeply coloured with firm tannins and high acidity, while wines from old vines, some over 100 years old, offer rich dark fruit, garrigue herbs, liquorice and a savoury, earthy edge. It is a key blending component in many Languedoc-Roussillon reds and Spanish wines, adding structure, colour and ageing potential. Carignan pairs beautifully with grilled and braised meats, lamb, charcuterie and hearty Mediterranean dishes. At Wines Direct, we showcase old-vine Carignan from passionate growers rediscovering this underrated variety. Explore our Carignan wines online with delivery across Ireland.