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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)
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)
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)
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)
Lyrarakis 2009 Kotsifali (Crete)
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- $13
This smooth, silky red from Crete offers a nose of red berry, savory spice and pepper on the nose, followed by flavors of clove, cinnamon, berries and black pepper. Elegant and fresh, it will pair well with lamb, cheeses and tomato pasta and has an ageable quality despite its lighter style.
— S.K.
(3/1/2012)
Lyrarakis NV Malvasia of Crete Naturally Sweet Wine (Crete)
- $45
Pineapple, pear and honey on the nose are followed by tropical fruit and melon on the palate. Sweet and fruity with a honeyed finish, it’s not the most sophisticated wine in the world, but will please fans of sweeter styles.
— S.K.
(9/1/2011)
Lyrarakis 2010 Dafni (Crete)
- $20
This ancient variety marches to the beat of its own drum, with aromas of spearmint, citrus and sea salt and flavors of mint, dried herb and lemon. Balanced acidity and an overall rounded fruit character means it goes well with a variety of dishes, from grilled sardines to creamy poultry dishes.
— S.K.
(9/1/2011)
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