Wine Entry Detail

Entry Information
Exhibitor	Russell and Suitor Wines
Show	2025
Class	31
Entry Number	31#2
Brand	Russell and Suitor Wines
Wine Name	Alejandro Graciano
Vintage	2024
Origin	Single Vineyard
Viticulturist Name	Neale Hancock
Commercial Label	Yes
Availability

Judging Results
Medal / Award	Silver
Overall Score	93
Judge 1	dark, iodine notes, blood orange, slight dusty/papery notes, savoury with a campari like bitter twist on the finish
Judge 2	Concentration, intensity of black fruits, savoury leaf - balance, creamy mouthfeel, acidity to freshen, tannin grip
Judge 3	Dried herbs. Red licorice. Nice savoury nose. Medium weight and drinkability. Acid finish. Chocolatey oak. Persistence of fruit vibrancy and potential for longevity.
Associate Judge	black tea leaves, spices, peppery, nice acidity holding in mid palate

Varietal: Graciano, GI: Murray Darling NSW, 100%
Clone	Unknown, Roostock: Unknown, 100%
Growing Method	Conventional

Wine Making Information
Ferment	Stainless Steel 100%
Maturation	Stainless Steel 100%
Cases Produced	1000
Force Class	False
Winemaker Note	Alex Russell