Graciano Explained

Graciano
Color:Rouge
Color Alt:Red
Species:Vitis vinifera
Also Called:Morrastel, Cagnulari, Xeres (more)
Origin:Spain
Hazards:Disease-prone

Graciano is a Spanish red wine grape that is grown primarily in Rioja. The vine produces a low yield that are normally harvested in late October. The wine produced is characterized by its deep red color, strong aroma and ability to age well.[1] Graciano thrives in warm, arid climates.

Wine regions

Crossings

The French wine grape variety Morrastel Bouschet is a crossing of Graciano and the red-fleshed teinturier grape Bouschet Petit.[3]

Synonyms

Bastardo Nero, Bois Dur, Bordelais, Cagliunari, Cagnonale, Cagnovali Nero, Cagnulari, Cagnulari Bastardo, Cagnulari Sardo, Cagnulatu, Caldareddu, Caldarello, Cargo Muol, Courouillade, Courouillade, Couthurier, Drug, Graciana, Graciano Tinto, Grosse Negrette, Jerusano, Karis, Marastel, Matarou, Minostello, Minustello, Monastel, Monestaou, Morastel, Morestel, Morrastel, Mourastel, Perpignan, Perpignanou Bois Dur, Plant De Ledenon, Tinta Do Padre Antonio, Tinta Miuda, Tintilla, Uva Cagnelata, Xeres, Xerez, Zinzillosa,[4] Cendrón, Tanat Gris, Tintilla de Rota..

Notes and References

  1. J. Robinson Vines, Grapes & Wines pg 214 Mitchell Beazley 1986
  2. Web site: Discover Rioja . 2024-03-04.
  3. [Vitis International Variety Catalogue]
  4. http://www.vivc.de/datasheet/dataResult.php?data=4935 Vitis International Variety Catalogue: Graciano