2019 Conde Valdemar La Seis Alhajas Rioja Graciano

An unusual monovarietal Graciano, as opposed to the region’s standard Tempranillo-based Riojas. Big and brooding, it emits aromas of balsamic, smoke, and eucalyptus that transform into a palate of black cherries, blackberries, strawberry, and licorice. 24 months of American aging contributes vanilla and leather tones to the finish. 

They only made 4128 bottles of the Graciano this vintage, so come and claim your numbered edition today!

Considered one of the best wineries in Rioja, Valdemar’s history stretches back to the 1880s and includes major breakthroughs in Rioja history, including the very first barrel-fermented white wine. They’ve enhanced the classics, revived dead grape varieties, and forged new styles that continually reimagine what Rioja is and can be.

Winemakers Ana and Jesus Martinez Bujanda Mora took the reins from their father, renowned winemaker Jesus Martinez Bujanda, realizing his vision and creating their own.  The brother, Jesus Jr., was recently recognized in Wine Enthusiast’s highly coveted 40-under-40 list for pioneering expansions to Washington State’s Walla Walla region.

The family is highly focused on sustainable viticulture, which fits within their mission to promote obscure, nearly extinct indigenous varieties that thrive in the area and demonstrate incredible, terroir-driven expressions. They are widely credited with reviving Tempranillo Blanco, Graciano, and Maturana.