Inky ruby. Spice-accented aromas and flavors of black and blue fruits and cola, with notes of dark chocolate and licorice. Concentrated and powerful on the palate, with a spicy note building with air. Intense licorice, blackcurrant and bitter cherry notes linger on the spicy, youthfully tannic finish. Outstanding value here; there are very few all-graciano Riojas made, and they all cost a lot more than this one

The same characteristics are also present in the 2011 Rio Madre. It exhibits slightly riper blackberry fruit intermixed with notions of licorice, wood smoke, camphor and a vivid floral display. These cuvees are aged in French oak prior to bottling. Both should drink well for 2-5 years.

Graciano is a Rioja grape which adds so much to the Rioja blend: great color, good acidity, wonderful blue/purple fruited lively fruit. Rarely is it bottled as a single varietal wine, but on the rare occasion that it is, and it's affordable, it is worth checking out. Enjoy this delicious, bright, blue fruited, slightly spicy wine with anything from steak frites to roasted chicken, or simply with a light dinner of Spanish tapas such as tortilla, chorizo al vino or sauteed mushrooms with garlic.

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You will be hard-pressed to find a better $10 bottle than the Rio Madre Graciano! Dark fruited with notes of licorice and exotic spice, this wine possesses great concentration on the palate. A good balance of tannin and acid makes this a over-achieving table wine. Don't miss out!

Word to your madre, this wine is tasty! All Graciano from near the Rioja Baja town of Alfaro, Rio Madre shows the true promise of this blending variety. Ever wonder the secret to those timeless Rioja gran reservas (hint: it's not all about the tempranillo....) Yes, Graciano is definitely enjoying its moment right now, and when you taste the Rio Madre, with its ebullient, juicy, lively fruit, you too will be singing its praises.

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