Grandes Vinos, Y Vinedos, 3C, 2022

£14.80

Unoaked, stainless‑steel‑fermented 100% Carignan from Cariñena DOP, bottled young for bright cherry and raspberry fruit with light tannins and a clean, refreshing finish.

red cherry
raspberry
zesty acidity
light tannins

At a glance

Producer: Grandes Vinos
Region: Aragón
Appellation: Cariñena DOP
Grape: Carignan
Vintage: 2022
Country: Spain
Wine type: Red
Alcohol: 13.5%
Size: 75.0cl
Farming: Sustainable

Taste profile

Acidity: Medium
Tannin: Low
Sweetness: Dry

What to eat with it

pizza margherita
garlic prawns
grilled sausages
charcuterie

How to serve it

Serve: Cool room temperature (16–18°C)

Why Cave selected it

Pure, varietal Cariñena from the region’s leading co‑op; stainless‑steel and no oak keep it bright, refreshing and great value for casual meals like pizza or sausages.

About the wine

Fermentation is temperature controlled in stainless steel, the wine is bottled Shortly after fermentation is complete, without ageing. Packed full of cherry fruit, this bright and lively number is a steal.

About Grandes Vinos

Cariñena is both an appellation and a grape variety. Plus there’s a third Cariñena which is the village that lends its name to the DO. Hence the name 3C. The Cariñena grapes that make this cuvée are all grown in the village of Cariñena and vinified by the leading cooperative in the region. The group is made up of around 700 winegrowers with generations of experience in the area. The Coop has invested in the winery and focuses on quality, innovation, and is commitment to working sustainably to nurture their environment. They are creating singular wines of great character that are unique to the area.

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