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#392929 - 09-22-2022 00:06:40 TN: Ayrarakis Plakoura Mandilari 2018 (Crete)
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This resembles some of the Douro wines I’ve had recently. A touch New World, some deft oak, very balanced and but still shows Old World as it’s riots and should develop into something more distinct with time. It was very dry, which I really enjoyed. Low yield and “rare” vineyard, 500 meters in sandy, stoney soil. NE exposure and head training pruning, according to the label. It is concentrated, structured and highly recommended. 20-30 Euros in the restaurant. I know nothing about the grape or winery. Fine with sea bass.
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#392943 - 09-27-2022 07:44:40 Re: TN: Ayrarakis Plakoura Mandilari 2018 (Crete) [Re: fraser]
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Having this again and I really like it. Perfect level of acidity and fruit. Rustic with impact. Deft oak that barely shows. Reminds me a little of Mourvèdre and it’s dark fruit.
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#392954 - 10-05-2022 16:01:36 Re: TN: Ayrarakis Plakoura Mandilari 2018 (Crete) [Re: fraser]
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#392980 - 10-13-2022 12:14:20 Re: TN: Lyrarakis Plakoura Mandilaria 2018 (Crete) [Re: fraser]
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I guess the correct name is Lyrarakis Plakoura Mandilaria.

Interesting that my local wine store has this but it tastes MUCH different than in Crete. Much oakier. I wonder if they have a local and an export version? I'll try it again as I was still travel-shocked.

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Fraser


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