Grape Variety
Kara Janjal
“Uzbekistan's Dark Red”
Red grape
Kara Janjal is a red wine grape grown in Uzbekistan, Central Asia — known as “Uzbekistan's Indigenous Dark Red”.
Kara Janjal at a glance
| Color | Red |
|---|---|
| Also known as | Kara Dzhidjigi |
| Signature flavors | Dark Fruit, Spice, Earth, Rustic, Tannins, Structure |
| Classic pairings | Uzbek grilled meats, Shashlik, Plov, Rich stews |
| Where it grows | Uzbekistan, Central Asia |
The Story
Kara Janjal is an Uzbek red variety producing deeply colored wines.
Insider Story
Kara Janjal means 'black'—referring to the grape's dark skin.
The variety is rare even in Uzbekistan.
Technical Deep Dive
Deeply colored reds with robust character.
Flavor profile: dark fruit, structure, rustic character.
Industry Secrets
Wine production from Kara Janjal is minimal.
The grape's potential is unexplored.
Collector’s Corner
Investment grade D- Auction records
- No auction market
- Blue-chip producers
- ["Limited producers"]
- Value picks
- Uzbek Kara Janjal if available ($10-20)
- Price trend
- Stable.
- Collector’s tip
- Ultra-rare. Curiosity only.
Updated March 2026
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