Liatiko "Aggelis" 2022 - Lyrarakis

Lyrarakis is a family winery producing high-quality wines on Crete since 1966, with a strong focus on rare local Cretan varieties. Its vineyards lie south of Heraklion at 550 metres above sea level, and the family is credited with reviving the ancient varieties Dafni and Plyto.

Aggelis is a single-varietal Liatiko of light red colour, with aromas of sour cherry marmalade and berries, liquorice, Cretan herbs such as thyme and a sea-spray note of iodine and salinity. The palate is fruit-driven, with mixed red fruit, a touch of sweet oak, vibrant acidity and nicely structured tannins, with good length.

Serve at 14–16 °C with red or white meat and roasted vegetables.