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Lyrarakis 2007 Plakoura Vineyard Oak Aged Mandilari Mandilaria (Crete)
- $30
This wine is elegant and integrated, with flavors and aromas of chocolate-covered cherry, raspberry and black pepper. A dry, minerally spin gives it focus, but overall it has an alluring, fruity character. The finish is long, with pepper and anise throughout.
— S.K.
(9/1/2011)
Manousakis 2002 Nostos Red (Crete)
- $19
You can lose yourself in this wine’s nose, as ripe fruit aromas of blackberry, cassis and kirsch are tempered with leather, lead and spice. Flavors of equally ripe fruit are intense and backed with a metallic edge, while the feel is smooth and dry. A blend of Syrah, Grenache, Mourvèdre and Roussanne.
— M.D.
(10/1/2006)
Lyrarakis 2007 Oak Aged Cabernet Merlot (Crete)
- $30
Blackberry, violet and cherry on the nose leads into smooth flavors of spice, black fruit and raspberry on the palate. This wine is elegant with a clean finish. A hint of violet gives it added class. An impressive go-to red.
— S.K.
(9/1/2011)
Boutari 2002 Skalani Red (Crete)
- $25
Aged in new oak, this impressively concentrated, dark wine has soaked up much of the oak flavor, showing only traces of vanilla and coffee. The fruit is what shows on the surface, powerful plum and licorice flavors. this blend of 70% Kotsifali and 30% Mandilari is approachable now.
— J.C.
(9/2/2004)
Lyrarakis 2010 Vilana (Crete)
- Best Buy
- $13
A nose of lemon, slate and rich, ripe fruit leads into balanced, fuller-bodied flavors of citrus and tropical fruit. Fresh acidity balances out the curvier side of the wine. Easygoing and a good everyday sip.
— S.K.
(9/1/2011)
Lyrarakis 2005 Symbolo Grand Cuvee Unfiltered Red (Crete)
- $55
Strong, savory and a hint of wild on the palate, this red starts soft with blackberry, cedar, and raspberry aromas, but unfolds into spiced meat, pepper and leather on the palate. This wine has a diverse character, and is really appealing. Pair with grilled meats, Mediterranean cuisine.
— S.K.
(9/1/2011)
Boutari 2005 Skalini Red (Crete)
- $40
The spicy, warm nose on this mellow red is an apt start to a really good wine. Flavors of clove, cinnamon and spice mingle with red berry and a slight tingle on the tongue and finish. An intriguing sip that will pair well with dishes of like warming spice: think Moroccan, Turkish.
— S.K.
(5/1/2009)
Lyrarakis 2010 Plyto (Crete)
- $20
The soft but exotic nose of tropical fruit and citrus leads into an elegant array of mouthwatering citrus and tropical fruit on this wine. Rich but lively on the finish, it’s a classy sip for a warm-weather patio party.
— S.K.
(9/1/2011)
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