The Graciano is a limited variety in the Mediterranean region, although mostly under synonyms that bear little resemblance to its actual name. As Graciano, it is a grape variety found primarily in Catalonia. It is certain that he comes from Spain, probably from the area around Aragon. Since Sardinia was part of Spain for a long time, the vine probably first came to the Mediterranean island and from there began its journey to many countries in the Mediterranean region. The Graciano has its most important place in the Rioja region, where it is, to a certain extent, part of the Rioja cuvée. The variety, which sprouts in the middle segment and ripens late, can also produce very good wines, so that some producers produce pure Graciano wines even in Rioja. It is vigorous, but unfortunately also less fertile and usually only produces low yields. However, it is - particularly important in the Mediterranean region - quite resistant to drought and the associated stress. Its main locations are Rioja and Sardinia, but small deposits also exist in Jerez, Languedoc-Roussillon and Portugal. There are no notable plantations in the New World.
This grape variety is also known by the name of:
Graciano 15-5, Graciano Tinto, Graciana, Tinta Miuda
