Assyrtiko Lyrarakis Crète 2022

G.E.A.S.A Iraklion Crète

Assyrtiko Lyrarakis Crète
2022

$19.50

* Retail price including taxes and service fees if applicable
Service fees
$ 0.10
Product code
11996333
Format
12 x 750ml
Listing type
SAQ Specialty by lot
Status
Available
Type of product
Still wine
Licensee price
$15.97
Country
Greece
Regulated designation
Indicazione geografica protetta (IGP)
Region
Crete
Varietal(s)
Assyrtiko 100 %
Alcohol percentage
13.5%
Colour
White
Sugar
Dry
Sugar content
1.4 g/l
Closure type
Metal screw cap
Aging potential
ready to drink
Producer's website

About this winery

The Lyrarakis Estate is a family winery which has been producing high quality wines since 1966 with a strong focus on rare local varieties and producing single variety wines. The family is credited with the revival of two ancient Cretan varieties, Dafni and Plyto while a third “vineyard treasure”, the indigenous Melissaki, was recently added to the credits. Surrounded by the idyllic setting of the vineyards and the Lassithi mountains we offer you the opportunity to enjoy nature and discover...

See the G.E.A.S.A Iraklion Crète detail page for more information on this brand

Product notes

WSWA Tasting Competition : Double Gold Medal

Production notes

The harvest was done by hand, selecting only the ripest and healthiest fruits. A 10-day pre-fermentation skin maceration at a low temperature of 12°C is done and then a 20-day slow fermentation in stainless steel tanks.

Tasting notes

White gold color with crystalline reflections. The nose expresses beautiful notes of white fruits (apple, pear) as well as scents of ginger and lemon flowers. Wonderfully ripe grapes have given this wine a rich character, an enveloping and harmonious mouthfeel and above all a minerality that gives it a unique personality.