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Red grape

Graciano

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A Rioja grape valued for colour, acidity and its contribution to ageworthy blends; varietal examples also exist.

Aromatic palette

dark fruit · aromatic intensity

Read the structure.

acidityOften high
tanninCan be firm
bodyMedium to full
alcoholVaries with ripeness and wine style

What could you confuse it with?

Not Mazuelo/Carignan; Parraleta is not treated as its synonym.

Origins & family

Regional roots

Rioja, with an important role in blends requiring colour, acidity and aromatic lift.

In the vineyard

Ripeness and site selection affect its marked acid structure.

Regional expressions

Spain

Rioja

Blends and varietal reds with strong acid structure.

Structure

Medium to full; often high.

At the table

For dry reds, start lightly cool and adjust to body and maturity; check sediment before decanting.

Explore Rioja

Cellar & service

Winemaking & development

Can reinforce Tempranillo blends or be bottled on its own.

Service & ageing

For dry reds, start lightly cool and adjust to body and maturity; check sediment before decanting.

Pairing logic

Match tannin and freshness to the food’s weight, sauce and fat.