The story of Tannat in Uruguay & its vinification with Francisco Carrau

Winemaker Francisco Carrau is possibly the man who has studied Tannat wine most in the world. Tannat is the emblematic grape variety of Uruguay and since its arrival in 1870 it has become the most planted variety in the country. In this extensive interview he shares with 80 Harvests the story of Tannat, its characteristics and how vinification of this particular variety has changed over the years.