Mazuelo

Mazuelo — known as Carignan in France and Cariñena in Catalonia — is one of Spain's most important indigenous red varieties, playing a key structural role in traditional Rioja blends and producing wines of deep colour, firm tannin and remarkable ageing potential from old hillside vineyards. Wines Direct sources Mazuelo-based wines from quality-focused independent producers who showcase this historically important variety at its best.