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.