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Grape composition


Syrah grape

70% Syrah grapes


Kotsifali grape

30% Kotsifali grapes

Lyrarakis Rose - Idyll

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Lyrarakis White

Lyrarakis
Rose

Regional Wine of Heraklion

Varieties: An ideal combination of the red Cretan variety Kotsifali, with Syrah.

Vinification: The juice remains briefly with the skins of the pressed grapes in the pneumatic press. The juice is received when it reaches the desired colour and fermentation is done at a controlled temperature of 18 - 20o C.

Characteristics: An intense rose colour with violet reflections. Exceptional fruity aromas. Full, balanced, delicate flavour.

Suggested with: On its own or accompanying cold appetizers.
Best consumed at a temperature of: 12 -13° C.

Awards:

AWC Vienna 2008, Austria

Silver medal

International Wine & Spirit Competition 2008, United Kingdom

Bronze medal

Challenge International du Vin 2007, France

Gold medal

Challenge International du Vin 2006, France

Silver medal

International Wine & Spirit Competition 2006, United Kingdom

Bronze medal

Decanter World Wine awards 2006, United Kingdom

Commended

Challenge International du Vin 2005, France

Bronze medal