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Lyrarakis Liatiko 2022 Crete
A seductively fragrant, fine red with tons of personality, at a great price. From €9.90, £12.99, $16.99. Pictured above, the Lyrarakis winery (bottom left) looking towards the Dikti Mountains, east...

Julia Harding MW
Friday 7 June 2024
• 1 min read
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