G.E.A.S.A Iraklion Crète
Kotsifali Lyrarakis
2019
$18.85
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...
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Product notes
Manual harvesting. Fermentation with maceration on the skins for 10 days, to extract the polyphenols, with 'délastage'. Fermentation at controlled temperature between 24 and 27 degrees. Inoculation with selected yeasts. Intense and aromatic nose with notes of red fruits (raspberry and cherry). Elegant and supple palate with fruity tannins. The finish is pleasant, tasty, fresh with fruity and spicy aromatic return.
Production notes
Manual harvesting. Precise harvesting time defined by the sensory evaluation of the berries to obtain the optimal taste and aromatic balance. Fermentation with maceration on the skins for 10 days, to extract the polyphenols, with 'délastage'. Fermentation at controlled temperature between 24 and 27 degrees Celsius. Inoculation with selected yeasts.
Tasting notes
Light ruby color with garnet nuances. Intense and aromatic nose with notes of red fruits such as raspberry and cherry. The palate is elegant and supple, slightly structured with noble fruit tannins. The finish is pleasant, tasty, fresh and with a fruity and subtly spicy aromatic return.