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Domaine Lyrarakis,
Ready, but will keep,
The Lyrarakis white is a blend of aromatic Muscat of Spina and Crete’s flagship variety, Vidiano. The aromatic intensity of Muscat, with its heady florals and grapefruit notes, is tempered by Vidiano’s more subtle and textural profile. At 12%, this is a light and playful white, perfect for lunchtime quaffing. Ready to drink now.
Lenka Sedlackova MW, Agency Manager ( August 2019)
Lenka Sedlackova MW, Agency Manager ( August 2019)
Domaine Lyrarakis,
Drink now,
The Lyrarakis white is a blend of aromatic Muscat of Spina and Crete’s flagship variety, Vidiano. The aromatic intensity of Muscat, with its heady florals and grapefruit notes, is tempered by Vidiano’s more subtle and textural profile. At 12%, this is a light and playful white, perfect for lunchtime quaffing.
Lenka Sedlackova MW, Wine Buyer
Lenka Sedlackova MW, Wine Buyer
Domaine Lyrarakis,
Drink now,
The Lyrarakis Psarades Vineyard Dafni is one of the most unique white wines you will ever taste. There are only 10 hectares of this fragrant grape variety in existence, thanks largely to producers like Lyrarakis who worked hard to bring it back from the brink of extinction. Dáfni is the Greek word for ‘laurel’ and wines made from this grape indeed exhibit a wonderful bay leaf aroma. As with all Lyrarakis wines, this Dafni is wonderfully fresh and juicy with a creamy mouthfeel and underlining notes of lime and nectarine as well as a herbal, rosemary and bay tone. A very versatile white wine that would match with a variety of foods, including some of the more difficult ones like asparagus and artichoke.
Lenka Sedlackova MW, Wine Buyer
Lenka Sedlackova MW, Wine Buyer
Domaine Lyrarakis,
Ready, but will keep,
The Lyrarakis Red is a blend of Syrah and the indigenous variety Kotsifali. Here Syrah lends plush berry fruit and soft tannins to the blend, tempered by Kotsifali’s fresh fruit profile. A rich mouth-feel combines with smooth tannins, opulent fruit and peppery spice. The finish is long and defined with notes of toasted sesame and black cherry. A wonderful introduction to Cretan wine, this would pair well with grilled meats and hard cheeses. Ready to drink now.
Daisy Gatt, Buying Assistant (spring 2019)
Daisy Gatt, Buying Assistant (spring 2019)
Domaine Lyrarakis,
Drink now,
Lyrarakis’s Aggelis vineyard was planted in the 1930s on the eastern side of Crete, 580 metres above sea-level. Now nearly 100 years old, these naturally low-yielding ungrafted vines bear tiny berries with intense concentration. Pale crimson in colour, the wine offers aromas of ripe berry fruit and dried flowers. On the palate, notes of dried cherry, wild herbs and allspice are underpinned by lively acidity and firm tannins. This would pair well with bold Mediterranean dishes – think barbecued lamb and chargrilled peppers. Though wonderfully expressive now, this will age beautifully. Drink now to 2025.
Daisy Gatt, Buying Assistant (September 2019)
Daisy Gatt, Buying Assistant (September 2019)
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Katherine Dart MW, Buyer (spring 2019)