Las Seis Alhajas Graciano by Bodegas Valdemar

Structure

Bodymedium

Tanninfirm

Acidityhigh

Sweetnessdry

Finishlong

Critic scores

No critic score is published for this bottle that we can cite with a reviewer, a vintage and a review year, so none is shown. The rating above is our own.

In the glass

Medium-bodiedFirm tanninHigh acidityDryLong finish

Aroma: intense black fruit, spice, balsamic

Palate: fresh, strong, personality

A 100% Graciano made only in extraordinary years from six vines, with the freshness, black fruit, spice and balsamic nuances typical of the grape.

What it pairs with

Lamb shoulder Freshness and spice cut through lamb.More wines for lamb →
Venison stew Intense black fruit stands up to game.More wines for venison →
Aged Idiazabal Smoky cheese suits spicy Graciano.More wines for aged hard cheese →

How to serve Las Seis Alhajas Graciano

Allow 5 minutes from open to pour.

Open the bottle. Open and pour; no decanting is needed.
Serve at cellar temperature. Cellar temperature suits a structured Graciano.
Glassware. A large red-wine glass.
Pair with the food. Lamb shoulder, Venison stew, Aged Idiazabal. Lamb, game and smoky cheese suit the intense, fresh style.

History

Valdemar Family says Las Seis Alhajas takes its name from six vines of Graciano, the six enological jewels, and is made only in extraordinary years.

Facts

Producer: Bodegas Valdemar · visiting guide
Grapes: Graciano (100%)
Classification: DOCa Rioja

Frequently asked about Las Seis Alhajas Graciano

What does Las Seis Alhajas Graciano taste like?

On the nose, intense black fruit, spice, balsamic. On the palate, fresh, strong, personality. A 100% Graciano made only in extraordinary years from six vines, with the freshness, black fruit, spice and balsamic nuances typical of the grape.

When should I drink Las Seis Alhajas Graciano?

Valdemar gives no drinking window; it makes the wine only in extraordinary years.

What food pairs with Las Seis Alhajas Graciano?

Lamb shoulder is the first match to try, with Venison stew and Aged Idiazabal close behind. Freshness and spice cut through lamb.

What grapes are in Las Seis Alhajas Graciano?

It is 100% Graciano, according to the producer.

Taste it where it is made: tastings near Bodegas Valdemar

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