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5.3 Varieties
Definition   I   Varietal diversity   I   Classification of varieties

Cariñena

  • Other names: samsó, mazuela, crujillón, crusilló, Rioja mazuela.
  • Area: Tarragona, Priorat, Rioja, Campo de Cariñena.
  • Varietal features: vigorous vine. Medium-sized, compact, cone-shaped bunch. Round grape with thick, firm skin.
  • Environment: adapts to most soils, but prefers fresh, fertile land.
  • Cultivation: does well with most stocks. Short, preferably goblet pruning.
  • Production: good yield.
  • Wine: astringent red with body and good alcoholic strength. Gives colour to blends.
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