Discover Cariñena
In this series of videos and articles, Aidy and Helena take a deep dive into one of the most underrated wine regions in Spain: Cariñena. From getting to grips with the region’s star grape varieties, to delving into its history, decoding Spanish wine labels and discovering classic food matches, this series will give you plenty of takeaway facts as well as a real thirst for Cariñena wine! Pop that cork, sit back and enjoy. Gracias.
VIDEOS
5 REASONS TO TRY GARNACHA FROM SPAIN’S CARIÑENA REGION
The Garnacha grape - also known outside Spain as Grenache - makes wines that are easy to love. Fleshy and ripe, with notes of wild strawberry, licorice and cinnamon spice, its full-bodied without being overly dry and tannic. We’ve been on a journey of discovery to find out more about it with the help of Grandes Vinos…
YOUR TWO MINUTE GRAPE GUIDE TO CARIÑENA
Carignan, also known as Cariñena, Carinyena, Carignane, Carignano, Samsó, Mazuelo and more is a grape that hails from Aragón within the region of Cariñena in Northeastern Spain. This is a region with a culture so entwined in winemaking, it gave the grape its name. Follow Aidy and Helena as they take a closer look at the Cariñena grape…
WHY THE CARIÑENA REGION NEEDS TO BE ON YOUR RADAR
Cariñena produces an incredible range of wine styles at exceptional quality levels for the price, mostly from the Garnacha and Cariñena grapes that grow on old vines, but also from many other varietals as well thanks to its rich diversity of soils, climates and altitudes. Join Aidy and Helena as they take you on a journey of discovery to find out more…
WHAT’S SO GOOD ABOUT OLD VINES?
Depending on where you are in the world, what constitutes an old vine could be anything from ten years to a hundred! In this episode, Aidy and Helena share with you what old vines bring to wine and which wines you should try...
DELICIOUS SPANISH FOOD AND WINE PAIRINGS
When planning a dinner, lunch or surprise picnic in the woods, Spanish wine and food is your failsafe combo. Follow Aidy and Helena as they tell you about some of their favourite food and wine pairings…
DECODING SPANISH WINE LABELS
Wine labels can cause a real headache sometimes with all their terminology, especially if in a foreign language. Spanish wine labels are easier to understand than some so here are a few of the key terms you need to know to get the most out of your bottle…
ARTICLE
THE BEST SPANISH WINE REGION YOU NEVER KNEW ABOUT: CARIÑENA
The Cariñena region is the true home of the Cariñena and Garnacha grapes; you could do a masterclass in them just from this region alone, discovering the juicy, modern, fruity styles all the way up to the more complex, spicy and aged wines from the older vines. Read on to find out all about the region, the wine and some delicious food and wine pairings, with recipes!