Carignan might not be high on your go to list, but you’d be remiss not to give this a spin. A very attractive nose of ripe strawberry and raspberry translates well on the palate, with freshening acidity and easy oak influence keeping the snazzy fruit in front. A Platinum Award winner at the 2021 Sommelier Challenge International Wine & Spirits Competition.
Calandrelle, Pays D’Herault IGP (France) Carignan 2020
By Rich Cook