Lyrarakis Wines

LYRARAKIS WINES

Crete, Greece

Lyrarakis Winery, founded in 1966 in Crete, is one of the most prestigious wineries in Greece, with a long tradition of producing high-quality wines. Known for its key role in revitalizing Crete’s indigenous grape varieties, such as Dafni, Plyto and Vidiano, the winery is dedicated to highlighting the island’s unique terroir through wines that capture the authentic character of these grapes.

Lyrarakis’ vineyards are located in various regions of the island, allowing for the production of wines with diverse aromatic and flavor profiles. Crete’s climate, with large variations in temperature between day and night, combined with the rich soils, contributes to the creation of balanced and complex wines.

The winery invests in modern winemaking technologies while preserving traditional methods. Dedication to quality, tradition and the promotion of local Cretan varieties make Lyrarakis a reference in the Greek wine scene, contributing to the renaissance of winemaking on the island.