Lyrarakis Thrapsathiri Armi 2021 (750ml) Saignee

Lyrarakis Thrapsathiri Armi 2021 (750ml) SaigneeArmi is the word we use in the Cretan dialect to define the top of a mountainside. The Armi vineyard faces east and lies at an altitude of 500m (1640ft). The medium fertility soil combined with the continuous influence of beneficial winds, compose a unique microclimate. In these special conditions, the Thrapsathiri variety can perfectly express the wealth of its aromas and taste. This wine can age well.

this young winemaker translates the mountainous landscape into pure and expressive wines

Chris Berg has been organically farming this vineyard since taking over its management in 2006

Les Eygats is the last to be harvested

Fermentation lasted 5 days at 22°C temperature

A richly textured and exotically intense Albariño

‘Ngakirikiri’ in M

followed by emerging earth scents with a tobacco and garrigue undercurrent

and lingering finish

array of ripe black fruits

Deep-red cherry color with purple tones at the edges

Really fills the mouth with perfume

leading to fresh