An elegant yet powerful grape varietie with notes of liquorice root, violets and eucalyptus. In the mouth the red fruit shines through along with some spice. Graciano is a late ripening grape variety that is rarely bottled as a mono varietal due to its temperamental nature. A rare and appealing wine.
100% Graciano soured from limestone soil vineyards from the village of Elvillar. Young vines averaging 15 years in age. Location of the parcels range from 450 to 600 meters of altitude.
Fermented with indigenous yeasts in concrete vats where it is matured for six months with lees before bottling. A rare opportunity to taste 100% Graciano from the cool climate region of Rioja Alavesa.
Wine Advocate Review:
The 2022 Lágrimas de Bhilar Graciano managed to keep the moderate alcohol and freshness in a warm year like 2022. It was produced with grapes from younger vineyards, fermented in concrete and matured in 8,000-liter oak vat. It's aromatic, herbal, spicy and minty, very showy, juicy and with a soft mouthfeel. Delicious and easy to drink. 10,500 bottles produced. It was bottled in December 2023. Anticipated Maturity: 2024-2027
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