Lihnos from the Dourakis Winery is an exuberant white wine from the Vidiano variety, bursting with stone fruit and citrus aromas. Lemon, peach, subtle notes of oak, and the characteristic oiliness of the variety, created a wine that will become a daily pleasure. This year got 92pts from Decanter!
The history of the winery unfolds in the late 1980s when the renowned oenologist Andreas Dourakis chose to establish his winery in Alikabos, Crete, located in the wider area of Chania. Over time it developed into a family business, with Andreas' children, Evi and Antonis, contributing to various aspects of the operation, each capturing their unique style. The winery has now gained great recognition, after vinifications that have brought to the surface for many consecutive years the eternal charm of Crete's winemaking prowess.
One of them is Lihnos, whose name pays tribute to grandfather Andreas, who with his «Lihnos», the traditional Cretan lamp, visited the barrels of his wine, which were stored in dark cellars. Lihnos comes from the small vines of Vidiano, which surround the winery and after fermentation that lasts 10 days, they are aged for 6 months in stainless steel tanks and oak barrels. The wine maintains the freshness of its aromas while remaining on the lees lends an elegant complexity.
Enjoy Lihnos from Douraki Winery next to dishes with intense flavors, with oily white sauces.