An expressive Greek white wine from the rugged vineyards of Crete, showcasing the rare and characterful Thrapsathiri grape.
Lyrarakis Experimental Micro-Batch series is a fascinating insight into both Cretan biodiversity and Lyrarakis own dedication to preserving it. This is a textured yet refreshing white wine. Bright straw in colour with lifted aromas of peach, apricot, citrus peel, wild herbs, white flowers, and gentle sweet spice from oak ageing. On the palate, this Cretan white balances ripe stone fruit flavours with a creamy mouthfeel and a streak of mineral freshness that keeps everything lively and focused. The Thrapsathiri grape brings both richness and acidity, finishing with a long, aromatic aftertaste and subtle savoury complexity. This is a distinctive, food-friendly Greek white wine with real depth and personality.
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"If you enjoy textured white wines like Viognier or richer styles of Chardonnay, this is well worth a try. It’s got that same generous stone fruit character, but with a fresher, more herbal Mediterranean twist."
Lyrarakis Wines was founded in Crete in 1966 by brothers Manolis and Sotiris Lyrarakis and has become one of the leading names in modern Greek wine. The family is renowned for reviving rare indigenous Cretan grape varieties, helping save several from extinction while showcasing the island’s unique terroirs. The Rouma vineyard sits beside an oak forest at 450 metres altitude, where cooler conditions allow the grapes to ripen slowly while retaining freshness and aromatic clarity. Sustainability and organic viticulture are central to the winery’s philosophy, with regenerative farming practices helping preserve the landscape for future generations.
This beautifully layered Greek white wine combines ripe orchard and stone fruit with freshness, texture, and subtle oak influence. The rare Thrapsathiri grape gives it a distinctive personality that makes it a brilliant alternative to richer Chardonnay styles, especially with creamy seafood, roast chicken, or Mediterranean-inspired dishes.
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