Carignan Winery

Question 1

Carignan Disease Sensitivity/Thickness of Skins

Answer 1

Prone to rot and mildew but has thick skins (premium wines require sorting adding to cost)

Question 2

Carignan Unique Skin Aromas

Answer 2

Thick skins with high, often harsh tannins (inexpensive - short maceration to limit extraction
premium - longer maceration for more structure)

Question 3

Carignan Aromatic Variety?

Answer 3

No
Most - mid-range temps to retain fruit
Some Premium - higher temps

Question 4

Carignan Skins/Pigmentation

Answer 4

Thick Skins/Deep Color/High tannins
Inexpensive - crushed and short maceration
Premium - Longer maceration
Some - Carbonic to soften tannins

Question 5

Carignan Tannin Levels

Answer 5

High and somewhat harsh
Often blended with other grapes or softened with carbonic

Question 6

Carignan Affinity for Oak

Answer 6

Most - inexpensive, fruity, no oak
Some - premium with oak/new oak