Paxton
Graciano
Paxton
Graciano
Graciano is a Spanish varietal grown primarily in the Rioja region. After some research David Paxton decided to graft one row of Graciano onto some old Chardonnay vines in Thomas Block to see what the result would be. The result is light in body with distinct savory and white pepper characteristics filled out with bright red fruits that show this variety is well suited to the conditions of McLaren Vale. Light tannins make this wine ready to drink young, although there is cellaring potential in the medium term.
Wine Production
While Graciano is often blended with Tempranillo in Rioja, the winemakers at Paxton decided to let it sing on its own. This wine is fermented in open fermenters at cool temperatures. Lovingly hand plunged and tasted for 17 days, waiting for the moment it all comes together for pressing. The wine undergoes malolactic fermentation in used French oak puncheons and aged there for 7 months before blending and encapsulating the delicious flavor in bottle.
Tasting Notes
Like a mature and well defined Pink Peppercorn tree dancing in the breeze, the pepper bounces out of the glass on a buoyant bed of peaches, pomegranate seeds, fresh redcurrants, and old-school hard candy.
Refreshing and unmistakable, the moreish, vibrant acid holds a line of chalky tannins sprouting elderflower and sour cherries.
Food Pairing
Pair this wine with curries or spicy Asian style dishes.
Graciano is a Spanish varietal grown primarily in the Rioja region. After some research David Paxton decided to graft one row of Graciano onto some old Chardonnay vines in Thomas Block to see what the result would be. The result is light in body with distinct savory and white pepper characteristics filled out with bright red fruits that show this variety is well suited to the conditions of McLaren Vale. Light tannins make this wine ready to drink young, although there is cellaring potential in the medium term.
Wine Production
While Graciano is often blended with Tempranillo in Rioja, the winemakers at Paxton decided to let it sing on its own. This wine is fermented in open fermenters at cool temperatures. Lovingly hand plunged and tasted for 17 days, waiting for the moment it all comes together for pressing. The wine undergoes malolactic fermentation in used French oak puncheons and aged there for 7 months before blending and encapsulating the delicious flavor in bottle.
Tasting Notes
Like a mature and well defined Pink Peppercorn tree dancing in the breeze, the pepper bounces out of the glass on a buoyant bed of peaches, pomegranate seeds, fresh redcurrants, and old-school hard candy.
Refreshing and unmistakable, the moreish, vibrant acid holds a line of chalky tannins sprouting elderflower and sour cherries.
Food Pairing
Pair this wine with curries or spicy Asian style dishes.
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About the Vineyard
The Paxton Graciano is made with 100% organic grapes sourced from the Thomas Block vineyard, grafted onto old Chardonnay vines.
