Description: Conic grape bunch medium-large, Dark blue color, Resistant to wind/dry conditions/diseases, Buds earlier, Long time of ripening cause higher sugar content, Perfect aging abilities.

Profile: Dry, Medium-full bodied, Medium tannins, Medium acidity, High alcohol content, Deep red color.

Aromas: Spicy – cinnamon and anise, Berries, Leather, Honey, Blackcurrant, Orange rind. (All this may vary according to the region).

Main Regions: Aragón (D.O. Carinena, D.O. Campo de Borja)

Other Regions: D.O.Ca. Priorat, D.O.Ca. La Rioja – blending partner of Tempranillo. Immense areas of Garnacha are in south of France around Rhone Valley, Languedoc-Roussillon or Chatenauf-du-Pape.

Even widely used in Sardinia, Australia or U.S.A. (California).

Blending: Blended very often with Tempranillo in D.O.Ca. La Rioja, Mono-varietal wines are common in Aragón and France.

Suggestions:

• TRES PICOS – Bodegas Borsao
• CARE CRIANZA – Bodegas Care
• SENDA DE LEÑADORES – Pago Aylés