Graciano typically shows dark cherry, blackberry, dried herb, leather, and a savory note with full body, firm tannins, and bright acidity. Single-varietal Graciano is more structured and less fruit-forward than typical Tempranillo-led Rioja.
- Varietal
- Graciano (100% — unusual; Graciano is typically a small blending grape in Rioja)
- Region
- Spain / La Rioja
- Body
- Full
- Style
- dry red, structured, distinctive
The producer
Single-varietal Graciano bottlings are uncommon in Rioja, where the grape is more typically used as a small blending component to add structure and acidity to Tempranillo-based wines. A 100% Graciano represents a deliberate effort to showcase the variety on its own. Specific producer details for Rio Mazos / Alfaro are not deeply documented in my knowledge.
What critics say
Not known specifically
Pairing
Lamb shoulder, grilled lamb chops, hard aged cheeses