The Cretan variety Plytó was saved from extinction by the Lyrarakis family, when it was planted in the "Psarades" vineyard at 480m altitude in the early '90s. An elegant organic wine, both fruity and mineral, with chalky notes. Balanced and full with vibrant acidity and slightly creamy aftertaste.
The Cretan variety Plytó was saved from extinction by the Lyrarakis family, when it was planted in the "Psarades" vineyard at 480m altitude in the early '90s. An elegant organic wine, both fruity and mineral, with chalky notes. Balanced and full with vibrant acidity and slightly creamy aftertaste.
Nikos Somarakis has been part of our team since 2007, when he first joined in as an oenology student. 15 years later, he is now our viticulturist and vineyard manager.
| Alcohol | Acidity | pH | Res. Sugar | Varieties |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13.5% | 5.2g/lt | 3.29 | 1.45g/lt | Plyto 100% |
Mid straw colour. An attractive nose composed of stone fruit and quince with oyster and shellfish notes. Long and balanced on the palate with full flavoured mouthfeel of tropical peach notes and slightly mineral aftertaste.
Pair with all seafood such as oyster and mussel, grilled calamari and fish, white meat such as pork with celery and a large variety of cheese and vegetable pies. Serve at 10-12°C.
Check out matching recipesMid straw colour. An attractive nose composed of stone fruit and quince with oyster and shellfish notes. Long and balanced on the palate with full flavoured mouthfeel of tropical peach notes and slightly mineral aftertaste.
Pair with all seafood such as oyster and mussel, grilled calamari and fish, white meat such as pork with celery and a large variety of cheese and vegetable pies. Serve at 10-12°C.
Check out top matching recipesPsarades vineyard is located in Alagni, a village in the Archanes- Asterousia Municipality, Heraklion Prefecture. Alagni has become an attraction for travelers because of the Lyrarakis winery, but there are many other things a visitor can explore.
The Minoan palace of Galatas, medieval wine presses, centuries-old windmills, Venetian churches compose the history of Alagni, which welcomes its guests who wish to relax under the plane tree on the main square or enjoy the local wines amidst the vineyard of Psarades.
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