Lyrarakis Winery, Heraklion

We ended here after a really scary adventure as google maps showed us the way through the field. It became so steep that our car couldn’t go anywhere further. Make sure you take the longer drive over the main road and follow the winery signs. It was therefore close to closing time but the kind girl still stayed to give us a private tour in the winery, we got very interesting information on the choice the family made to grow only a local Cretan grape variety. We were still able to taste several wines and had the opportunity to buy some.

Beautiful vineyard. Delightful whites with unique varietals. Interesting reds. Lovely people. Highly recommend.