The white grape variety originates from France. Synonyms are Cariñena Blanca, Fehér Carignan and Karijan. It is a colour mutation of the red variety Mazuelo (Carignan Noir, Cariñena). There is also a rose-coloured mutation Carignan Gris. This late-maturing, high-yielding vine is very susceptible to powdery mildew. It produces high-alcohol, acidic white wines with citrus flavours. It is cultivated on 353 hectares in the south of France, mainly in Languedoc-Roussillon, and on 2 hectares in Romania. In 2016, 355 hectares of vineyards were designated (Kym Anderson).
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