Herbarium Carignan

Style
Dry medium bodied

Description
Soft, ripe and juicy

Grapes
Carignan

Drink with
Steak and chips, spinach and goats cheese lasagne

Current vintage
2019

Drink dates
Now until 2023

Alcohol
14

More info
The Carignan goes back a long way in the Languedoc. It was loved for its high yields and high alcohol and therefore became a favourite amongst members of Cooperatives. Over production led to much of it being ripped up and today Carignan has found its place as a respected grape variety which, as long as yields are kept low, can make a surprisingly good wine. Jean-Marc has a particular affinity with Carignan because it is a bit of a rebel grape that has also has had its challenges.