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Key regions
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Pairings
Carminoir is a red grape variety, and it traces back to Valais, Switzerland.
Structurally it lands at full body, high tannin, medium acidity, dry and medium alcohol.
Look for earthy and spiced.
The regions that matter for it are Valais, Vaud and Ticino.
In the vineyard it is marked by late ripening and high vigour.
It blends readily with Merlot.
At the table it suits roasted leg of venison, eggplant parmigiana and braised beef dishes.
The structure.
Where it grows.
Blends well with.
Food pairings.
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Roasted leg of venison
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Eggplant parmigiana
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Braised beef dishes
Bottles to look for.
- Cave La Tornale Chamoson Carminoir, Valais, Switzerland
- Cave Petite Vertu Schmaltzried et Fils Carminoir de Chamoson, Valais, Switzerland
- Domaine Cornulus Carminoir Antica, Valais, Switzerland
- Domaine des Champs-Lingot Coteau de Chevrens Carminoir Barrique, Geneva Premier Cru, Switzerland
- Fabienne Cottagnoud Carminoir de Vetroz Grande Reserve Elevee en Barriques, Valais, Switzerland
- Romain Papilloud Cave du Vieux Moulin Carminoir de Vetroz, Valais, Switzerland
Carminoir: common questions
01.What does Carminoir taste like?+
Carminoir tastes of earthy and spiced. Structurally it lands at full body, high tannin, medium acidity, dry and medium alcohol.
02.Where is Carminoir from?+
Carminoir originates in Valais, Switzerland.
03.Where is Carminoir grown?+
The key regions for Carminoir are Valais, Vaud and Ticino.
04.What food pairs with Carminoir?+
Pour it with roasted leg of venison, eggplant parmigiana and braised beef dishes.
Keep going: the A to Z grape index, or the wine regions of Switzerland.
