Kara Janjal
Uzbekistan's Dark Red
Kara Janjal is grown in Uzbekistan and Central Asia.
2regions it is known for
1other name
- Tastes of
- dark fruit, spice, earth and rustic
- Goes with
- uzbek grilled meats, shashlik and plov
- Also called
- Kara Dzhidjigi
Where it grows
Uzbekistan and 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.
For collectors
Investment grade D
- Auction records
- No auction market
- Blue-chip producers
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- Limited producers
- Value picks
- Uzbek Kara Janjal if available ($10-20)
- Price trend
- Stable.
- Collector’s tip
- Ultra-rare. Curiosity only.