A striking Greek white wine from the high-altitude Voila Vineyard in East Crete.
Lyrarakis Assyrtiko Voila Vineyard 2024 is a bright, characterful white that shows a different side to Assyrtiko beyond Santorini. Pale yellow-straw in colour with inviting aromas of pear, green apple and lemon, alongside citrus blossom, subtle herbal notes and a gentle chalky freshness. On the palate, it’s lively and refreshing with flavours of juicy citrus, crisp orchard fruit and a touch of savoury complexity. There’s a lovely sense of freshness running through the wine, with a lightly textured feel that gives it extra interest without being heavy. The finish is clean, crisp and gently salty, making this Cretan white wine both easy to enjoy and brilliant with food.
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"We love the wines of Lyrarakis. This example of the local Assyrtiko grape is made with real depth and confidence – fruity, salty, savoury and quietly powerful. One for the table rather than just the terrace, especially when food’s involved."
Lyrarakis Wines was founded in 1966 by brothers Manolis and Sotiris Lyrarakis and is now run by the second generation of the family. Based in Crete, they are renowned winemakers with a deep commitment to uncovering the island’s unique terroirs and reviving rare indigenous grape varieties. Working increasingly at higher altitudes and farming organically, Lyrarakis focus on sustainable viticulture and expressive, terroir-driven wines that reflect the character of Crete.
This Greek Assyrtiko white wine is all about tension, texture and terroir. Salty, mineral and beautifully structured, it’s a brilliant example of premium Assyrtiko from Crete and a superb choice for food lovers looking for something a little more serious and age-worthy.
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